Kalinga
Kalinga is a village located in Mandirbazar subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.6km away from sub-district headquarter Mandirbazar (tehsildar office) and 62.7km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Dhanurhat is the gram panchayat of Kalinga village.
Here you can discover what makes Kalinga unique in its vibrant Mandirbazar-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Kalinga’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 Kalinga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalinga is 334687. The village spans a total geographical area of 40.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743336. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Kalinga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kalinga
Population of Kalinga
According to the 2011 Census, Kalinga has a total population of about 621, with approximately 319 males and 302 females. The sex ratio is around 946 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 108 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 585 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 48.31%, with male literacy at about 54.55% and female literacy near 41.72%. There are around 134 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalinga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 621 | 319 | 302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 53 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 585 | 299 | 286 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 300 | 174 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 321 | 145 | 176 |
Connectivity of Kalinga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalinga. As per the 2011 stats, Kalinga 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalinga
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalinga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalinga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalinga
- Where is Kalinga located?
- Kalinga village is situated in Mandirbazar Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalinga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalinga is Dhanurhat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kalinga?
- The pincode of Kalinga is 743336, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalinga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalinga is 621, with 319 males and 302 females.
- How many households are there in Kalinga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalinga village has a total of 134 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalinga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalinga is 48.31%. The male literacy rate is 54.55%, while the female literacy rate is 41.72%.