Kalikamerya - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Kalikamerya is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.9 km from Sarisha and around 38.3 km from Alipore. Sarisa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalikamerya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalikamerya is 334489. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.84 hectares and falls under the 743368 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kalikamerya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalikamerya
According to the 2011 Census, Kalikamerya village had a total population of 123 people, including 66 males and 57 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.74%, with male literacy at 95.24% and female literacy at 83.33%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 123 | 66 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 60 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 6 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Kalikamerya
Kalikamerya 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 Kalikamerya
Kalikamerya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kalikamerya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Kalikamerya is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Kalikamerya is about 38.3 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 Kalikamerya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalikamerya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kalikamerya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalikamerya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kalikamerya
Where is Kalikamerya located?
Kalikamerya village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalikamerya?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalikamerya is Sarisa.
What is the pincode of Kalikamerya?
The pincode of Kalikamerya is 743368.
What is the population of Kalikamerya?
Kalikamerya had a total population of 123, including 66 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Kalikamerya?
Kalikamerya had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalikamerya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalikamerya was 89.74%. Male literacy was 95.24% and female literacy was 83.33%.