Kalinagar - Budge Budge - II, South 24 Parganas
Kalinagar is a village situated in the Budge Budge - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.1 km from Dongaria and around 25.2 km from Alipore. South Bawali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalinagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalinagar is 333333. The village covers a total geographical area of 213.64 hectares and falls under the 743318 pincode. Bawali is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Kalinagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Budge budge Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalinagar
As per Census 2011, Kalinagar village has a total population of 3,055 people, consisting of 1,536 males and 1,519 females. The village has 769 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 258 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,318 literate and 737 illiterate residents. Additionally, 719 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalinagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,055 | 1,536 | 1,519 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 136 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 719 | 380 | 339 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,318 | 1,249 | 1,069 |
| Illiterate Population | 737 | 287 | 450 |
Nearby Villages of Kalinagar
Kalinagar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kalinagar
Kalinagar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bawali to Kalinagar is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Kalinagar is about 25.2 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalinagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalinagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kalinagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalinagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalinagar
Where is Kalinagar located?
Kalinagar village is located in Budge Budge - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalinagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalinagar is South Bawali.
What is the pincode of Kalinagar?
The pincode of Kalinagar is 743318.
What is the population of Kalinagar?
Kalinagar has a total population of 3,055, including 1,536 males and 1,519 females.
How many households are there in Kalinagar?
There are 769 households in Kalinagar.
What is the literacy rate in Kalinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalinagar is 75.88%. Male literacy is 81.32% and female literacy is 70.38%.