Kaligam
Kaligam is a village located in Kothuru mandal of Srikakulam district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Kothuru (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Srikakulam. As per 2009 stats, Kaligam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kaligam unique in its vibrant Kothuru-Srikakulam region. You’ll see Kaligam’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 Kaligam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kaligam is 580115. The village spans a total geographical area of 181 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 532459. Parlakimidi (orissa) is nearest town to Kaligam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Kaligam
Population of Kaligam
According to the 2011 Census, Kaligam has a total population of about 1,346, with approximately 674 males and 672 females. The sex ratio is around 997 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 155 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 230 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.74%, with male literacy at about 65.88% and female literacy near 35.57%. There are around 332 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kaligam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 1,346 | 674 | 672 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 69 | 86 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 118 | 112 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 683 | 444 | 239 |
Illiterate Population | 663 | 230 | 433 |
Connectivity of Kaligam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kaligam. As per the 2011 stats, Kaligam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kaligam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kaligam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kaligam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kaligam
- Where is Kaligam located?
- Kaligam village is situated in Kothuru Mandal, within the Srikakulam district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kaligam?
- Kaligam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kaligam?
- The pincode of Kaligam is 532459, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kaligam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kaligam is 1,346, with 674 males and 672 females.
- How many households are there in Kaligam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kaligam village has a total of 332 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kaligam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kaligam is 50.74%. The male literacy rate is 65.88%, while the female literacy rate is 35.57%.