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.

Kalinga 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 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.

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Population of Kalinga

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Kalinga village is around 621, including approximately 319 males and 302 females, with a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 108 children aged 0–6 years in Kalinga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kalinga village has 585 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kalinga village is about 48.31%, with male literacy at 54.55% and female literacy at 41.72%.
  • There are around 134 households in Kalinga village.

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.

Dhanurhat Khordasadashibpur Ramchandrapur Siddheshwarpur Chak Subuddhi Ghanashyampur Shibpur Nilambarpur Chaulgola Tetiberia Achina

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%.