Kalikatala - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Kalikatala is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.6 km from Canning and around 64.1 km from Alipore. Kalikatala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalikatala is 333870. The village covers a total geographical area of 1404.81 hectares and falls under the 743329 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kalikatala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalikatala
As per Census 2011, Kalikatala village has a total population of 17,598 people, consisting of 8,830 males and 8,768 females. The village has 3,522 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,015 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 10,004 literate and 7,594 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,831 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 759 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalikatala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,598 | 8,830 | 8,768 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,015 | 1,518 | 1,497 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,831 | 934 | 897 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 759 | 380 | 379 |
| Literate Population | 10,004 | 5,422 | 4,582 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,594 | 3,408 | 4,186 |
Nearby Villages of Kalikatala
Kalikatala is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bargan Gopalpur | North-East | 2.31 km |
| Magri | North-East | 3.24 km |
| Chutkia Radhanagar | North-East | 3.45 km |
| Sankardaha | North | 3.89 km |
| Debitala | North | 3.98 km |
| Laukhali Patharghata | East | 4.58 km |
| Goaldaha | North | 4.73 km |
| Athara Beki | South | 5.47 km |
| Chunchura | North-East | 5.62 km |
| Agarhati | East | 5.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalikatala
Kalikatala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Canning, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning to Kalikatala is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Kalikatala is about 64.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalikatala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalikatala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalikatala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalikatala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kalikatala
Where is Kalikatala located?
Kalikatala village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalikatala?
Kalikatala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kalikatala?
The pincode of Kalikatala is 743329.
What is the population of Kalikatala?
Kalikatala has a total population of 17,598, including 8,830 males and 8,768 females.
How many households are there in Kalikatala?
There are 3,522 households in Kalikatala.
What is the literacy rate in Kalikatala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalikatala is 56.85%. Male literacy is 61.40% and female literacy is 52.26%.