Kalitala
Kalitala is a village located in Kulpi subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.3km away from sub-district headquarter Paschim Gopalnagar (tehsildar office) and 51.6km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Ramkishore is the gram panchayat of Kalitala village.
Here you can discover what makes Kalitala unique in its vibrant Kulpi-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Kalitala’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 Kalitala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalitala is 334504. The village spans a total geographical area of 133.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743351. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Kalitala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Kalitala
Population of Kalitala
According to the 2011 Census, Kalitala has a total population of about 1,443, with approximately 714 males and 729 females. The sex ratio is around 1021 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 213 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 324 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.84%, with male literacy at about 75.07% and female literacy near 56.79%. There are around 296 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalitala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,443 | 714 | 729 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 88 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 324 | 165 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 950 | 536 | 414 |
| Illiterate Population | 493 | 178 | 315 |
Connectivity of Kalitala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalitala. As per the 2011 stats, Kalitala 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalitala
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalitala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalitala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalitala
- Where is Kalitala located?
- Kalitala village is situated in Kulpi Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalitala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalitala is Ramkishore (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kalitala?
- The pincode of Kalitala is 743351, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalitala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalitala is 1,443, with 714 males and 729 females.
- How many households are there in Kalitala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalitala village has a total of 296 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalitala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalitala is 65.84%. The male literacy rate is 75.07%, while the female literacy rate is 56.79%.