Kalgaon
Kalgaon is a village located in Bade Rajpur tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Visrampuree (tehsildar office) and 132km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Kalgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Kalgaon has its own place in the vibrant Bastar 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 Kalgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalgaon is 448598. The village spans a total geographical area of 598.23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494347. Visrampuree is nearest town to Kalgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Kalgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Kalgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,131 | 574 | 557 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 97 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,077 | 545 | 532 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 226 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 761 | 348 | 413 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kalgaon village:
- The total population of Kalgaon village is around 1,131, including approximately 574 males and 557 females, with a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 176 children aged 0–6 years in Kalgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kalgaon village has 1,077 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kalgaon village is about 32.71%, with male literacy at 39.37% and female literacy at 25.85%.
- There are around 218 households in Kalgaon village.
Connectivity of Kalgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kalgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalgaon
- Where is Kalgaon located?
- Kalgaon village is situated in Bade Rajpur Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalgaon?
- Kalgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kalgaon?
- The pincode of Kalgaon is 494347, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalgaon is 1,131, with 574 males and 557 females.
- How many households are there in Kalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalgaon village has a total of 218 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalgaon is 32.71%. The male literacy rate is 39.37%, while the female literacy rate is 25.85%.