Kalidanga

Kalidanga is a village located in Basanti subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.8km away from sub-district headquarter Sonakhali (tehsildar office) and 67.9km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Basanti is the gram panchayat of Kalidanga village.

Kalidanga has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kalidanga

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalidanga is 335108. The village spans a total geographical area of 158.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743312. Canning is nearest town to Kalidanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kalidanga village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Basanti Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kalidanga

Below is a concise population overview of Kalidanga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,134 2,017 2,117
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 663 326 337
Scheduled Castes (SC) 399 191 208
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 2,262 1,167 1,095
Illiterate Population 1,872 850 1,022

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kalidanga village:

  • The total population of Kalidanga village is around 4,134, including approximately 2,017 males and 2,117 females, with a sex ratio of 1049 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 663 children aged 0–6 years in Kalidanga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kalidanga village has 399 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kalidanga village is about 54.72%, with male literacy at 57.86% and female literacy at 51.72%.
  • There are around 849 households in Kalidanga village.

Connectivity of Kalidanga

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalidanga. As per the 2011 stats, Kalidanga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Kalidanga

Knowing the nearby villages of Kalidanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalidanga.

Ballartop Kumirmari Ananda Abad Krishnagar Srirampur Radhaballavpur Parandar Nafarganj Parbattipur Laskarpur Lot No 126

Frequently Asked Questions about Kalidanga

Where is Kalidanga located?
Kalidanga village is situated in Basanti Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalidanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalidanga is Basanti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kalidanga?
The pincode of Kalidanga is 743312, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kalidanga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalidanga is 4,134, with 2,017 males and 2,117 females.
How many households are there in Kalidanga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kalidanga village has a total of 849 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalidanga as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalidanga is 54.72%. The male literacy rate is 57.86%, while the female literacy rate is 51.72%.