Kalidaspur - Gosaba, South 24 Parganas
Kalidaspur is a village situated in the Gosaba subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.6 km from Gosaba and around 106 km from Alipore. Chhota Mollakhali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalidaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalidaspur is 335126. The village covers a total geographical area of 678.94 hectares and falls under the 743370 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Kalidaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kalidaspur
As per Census 2011, Kalidaspur village has a total population of 5,724 people, consisting of 2,950 males and 2,774 females. The village has 1,343 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 654 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,798 literate and 1,926 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,961 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 362 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalidaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,724 | 2,950 | 2,774 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 654 | 347 | 307 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,961 | 2,554 | 2,407 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 362 | 193 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 3,798 | 2,146 | 1,652 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,926 | 804 | 1,122 |
Nearby Villages of Kalidaspur
Kalidaspur 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 Kalidaspur
Kalidaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Canning to Kalidaspur is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Kalidaspur is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalidaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalidaspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalidaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalidaspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kalidaspur
Where is Kalidaspur located?
Kalidaspur village is located in Gosaba Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalidaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalidaspur is Chhota Mollakhali.
What is the pincode of Kalidaspur?
The pincode of Kalidaspur is 743370.
What is the population of Kalidaspur?
Kalidaspur has a total population of 5,724, including 2,950 males and 2,774 females.
How many households are there in Kalidaspur?
There are 1,343 households in Kalidaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Kalidaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalidaspur is 66.35%. Male literacy is 72.75% and female literacy is 59.55%.