Kalinagar - Jaynagar - II, South 24 Parganas
Kalinagar is a village situated in the Jaynagar - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.9 km from Jaynagar and around 47.1 km from Alipore. Sahajadapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalinagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalinagar is 334965. The village covers a total geographical area of 255.6 hectares and falls under the 743349 pincode. Jaynagar is the nearest town, located about 8 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 Joynagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalinagar
As per Census 2011, Kalinagar village has a total population of 6,600 people, consisting of 3,453 males and 3,147 females. The village has 1,110 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,002 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,093 literate and 2,507 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,449 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 | 6,600 | 3,453 | 3,147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,002 | 495 | 507 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,449 | 774 | 675 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,093 | 2,319 | 1,774 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,507 | 1,134 | 1,373 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kalinagar.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaynagar to Kalinagar is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Kalinagar is about 47.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kalinagar
Where is Kalinagar located?
Kalinagar village is located in Jaynagar - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalinagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalinagar is Sahajadapur.
What is the pincode of Kalinagar?
The pincode of Kalinagar is 743349.
What is the population of Kalinagar?
Kalinagar has a total population of 6,600, including 3,453 males and 3,147 females.
How many households are there in Kalinagar?
There are 1,110 households in Kalinagar.
What is the literacy rate in Kalinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalinagar is 62.02%. Male literacy is 67.16% and female literacy is 56.37%.