Kalatang (Rv) - Ferrargunj, South Andamans
Kalatang (Rv) is a village situated in the Ferrargunj taluka of South Andamans district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands. It is located approximately 17 km from Ferrargunj and around 52 km from Port Blair. Mannarghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalatang (Rv) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalatang (Rv) is 645442. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.61 hectares and falls under the 744206 pincode. Port Blair is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Kalatang (Rv) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kalatang (Rv)
According to the 2011 Census, Kalatang (Rv) village had a total population of 116 people, including 66 males and 50 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 758 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.43%, with male literacy at 78.33% and female literacy at 78.57%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 116 | 66 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 47 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 19 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Kalatang (Rv)
Kalatang (Rv) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kalatang (Rv)
Kalatang (Rv) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Port Blair to Kalatang (Rv) is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Port Blair to Kalatang (Rv) is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalatang (Rv)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalatang (Rv) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalatang (Rv)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalatang (Rv) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kalatang (Rv)
Where is Kalatang (Rv) located?
Kalatang (Rv) village is located in Ferrargunj Taluka, South Andamans district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalatang (Rv)?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalatang (Rv) is Mannarghat.
What is the pincode of Kalatang (Rv)?
The pincode of Kalatang (Rv) is 744206.
What is the population of Kalatang (Rv)?
Kalatang (Rv) had a total population of 116, including 66 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Kalatang (Rv)?
Kalatang (Rv) had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalatang (Rv)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalatang (Rv) was 78.43%. Male literacy was 78.33% and female literacy was 78.57%.