Kaliganj

Kaliganj is a village located in Itahar subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.3km away from sub-district headquarter Itahar. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Kaliganj village. As per 2009 stats, Marnai is the gram panchayat of Kaliganj village.

Kaliganj has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Dinajpur 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 Kaliganj

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kaliganj is 310294. The village spans a total geographical area of 79.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733128. Raiganj is nearest town to Kaliganj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.

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Population of Kaliganj

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 564 290 274
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 91 35 56
Scheduled Castes (SC) 108 53 55
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 369 214 155
Illiterate Population 195 76 119

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

  • The total population of Kaliganj village is around 564, including approximately 290 males and 274 females, with a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 91 children aged 0–6 years in Kaliganj village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kaliganj village has 108 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kaliganj village is about 65.43%, with male literacy at 73.79% and female literacy at 56.57%.
  • There are around 127 households in Kaliganj village.

Connectivity of Kaliganj

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kaliganj. As per the 2011 stats, Kaliganj 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 Kaliganj

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

Marnai Ghritatala Malanchi Madhuban Patinahar Halimpur Gopibati Tharais Mahadipur Dakshin Syampur Katabari

Frequently Asked Questions about Kaliganj

Where is Kaliganj located?
Kaliganj village is situated in Itahar Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaliganj?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaliganj is Marnai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kaliganj?
The pincode of Kaliganj is 733128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kaliganj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kaliganj is 564, with 290 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Kaliganj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kaliganj village has a total of 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaliganj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kaliganj is 65.43%. The male literacy rate is 73.79%, while the female literacy rate is 56.57%.