Kalia

Kalia is a village located in Diamond Harbour Ii subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.5km away from sub-district headquarter Sarisha (tehsildar office) and 45.6km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Kalatalahat is the gram panchayat of Kalia village.

Kalia 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 Kalia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalia is 334415. The village spans a total geographical area of 97.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743304. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Kalia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kalia 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 Falta Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Diamond Harbour 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 Kalia

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,023 527 496
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 111 53 58
Scheduled Castes (SC) 750 382 368
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 714 390 324
Illiterate Population 309 137 172

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

  • The total population of Kalia village is around 1,023, including approximately 527 males and 496 females, with a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 111 children aged 0–6 years in Kalia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kalia village has 750 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kalia village is about 69.79%, with male literacy at 74.00% and female literacy at 65.32%.
  • There are around 231 households in Kalia village.

Connectivity of Kalia

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kalia

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

Sankarparulia Barada Bhaduria Gondia Raghunathpur Bhaukol Khandalia Sundarika Ramnagar Birpara Haldighi Karaibaria

Frequently Asked Questions about Kalia

Where is Kalia located?
Kalia village is situated in Diamond Harbour Ii Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalia is Kalatalahat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kalia?
The pincode of Kalia is 743304, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kalia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalia is 1,023, with 527 males and 496 females.
How many households are there in Kalia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kalia village has a total of 231 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalia is 69.79%. The male literacy rate is 74.00%, while the female literacy rate is 65.32%.