Kamalai
Kamalai is a village located in Itahar subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.9km away from sub-district headquarter Itahar. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Kamalai village. As per 2009 stats, Durgapur is the gram panchayat of Kamalai village.
Here you can discover what makes Kamalai unique in its vibrant Itahar-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Kamalai’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 Kamalai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kamalai is 310132. The village spans a total geographical area of 185.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733143. Raiganj is nearest town to Kamalai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Kamalai
Population of Kamalai
According to the 2011 Census, Kamalai has a total population of about 2,632, with approximately 1,375 males and 1,257 females. The sex ratio is around 914 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 261 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 558 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 196. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.50%, with male literacy at about 73.82% and female literacy near 62.69%. There are around 607 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kamalai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,632 | 1,375 | 1,257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 153 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 558 | 307 | 251 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 196 | 97 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 1,803 | 1,015 | 788 |
| Illiterate Population | 829 | 360 | 469 |
Connectivity of Kamalai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kamalai. As per the 2011 stats, Kamalai 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 Kamalai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kamalai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kamalai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kamalai
- Where is Kamalai located?
- Kamalai village is situated in Itahar Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kamalai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kamalai is Durgapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kamalai?
- The pincode of Kamalai is 733143, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kamalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kamalai is 2,632, with 1,375 males and 1,257 females.
- How many households are there in Kamalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kamalai village has a total of 607 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kamalai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kamalai is 68.50%. The male literacy rate is 73.82%, while the female literacy rate is 62.69%.