Kahalgaon
Kahalgaon is a village located in Goalpokhar Ii subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 38.3km away from sub-district headquarter Goalpokhar . Raiganj is the district headquarter of Kahalgaon village. As per 2009 stats, Bidyanandapur is the gram panchayat of Kahalgaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Kahalgaon unique in its vibrant Goalpokhar Ii-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Kahalgaon’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 Kahalgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kahalgaon is 309365. The village spans a total geographical area of 262.23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733208. Kishanganj is nearest town to Kahalgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Kahalgaon
Population of Kahalgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kahalgaon has a total population of about 3,236, with approximately 1,664 males and 1,572 females. The sex ratio is around 944 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 718 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 309 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.48%, with male literacy at about 43.99% and female literacy near 36.77%. There are around 619 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kahalgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,236 | 1,664 | 1,572 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 718 | 390 | 328 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 309 | 158 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,310 | 732 | 578 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,926 | 932 | 994 |
Connectivity of Kahalgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kahalgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kahalgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kahalgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kahalgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kahalgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kahalgaon
- Where is Kahalgaon located?
- Kahalgaon village is situated in Goalpokhar Ii Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kahalgaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kahalgaon is Bidyanandapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kahalgaon?
- The pincode of Kahalgaon is 733208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kahalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kahalgaon is 3,236, with 1,664 males and 1,572 females.
- How many households are there in Kahalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kahalgaon village has a total of 619 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kahalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kahalgaon is 40.48%. The male literacy rate is 43.99%, while the female literacy rate is 36.77%.