Kalikatala
Kalikatala is a village located in Canning Ii subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.6km away from sub-district headquarter Canning (tehsildar office) and 64.1km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Kalikatala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kalikatala unique in its vibrant Canning Ii-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Kalikatala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kalikatala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalikatala is 333870. The village spans a total geographical area of 1404.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743329. Canning is nearest town to Kalikatala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kalikatala 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 Canning Purba 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.
Google Map of Kalikatala
Population of Kalikatala
According to the 2011 Census, Kalikatala has a total population of about 17,598, with approximately 8,830 males and 8,768 females. The sex ratio is around 992 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 3,015 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,831 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 759. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.85%, with male literacy at about 61.40% and female literacy near 52.26%. There are around 3,522 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalikatala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Kalikatala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalikatala. As per the 2011 stats, Kalikatala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalikatala
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalikatala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalikatala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalikatala
- Where is Kalikatala located?
- Kalikatala village is situated in Canning Ii Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalikatala?
- Kalikatala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kalikatala?
- The pincode of Kalikatala is 743329, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalikatala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalikatala is 17,598, with 8,830 males and 8,768 females.
- How many households are there in Kalikatala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalikatala village has a total of 3,522 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalikatala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalikatala is 56.85%. The male literacy rate is 61.40%, while the female literacy rate is 52.26%.