Kallemeta - Nagri, Dhamtari
Kallemeta is a village situated in the Nagri tehsil of Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagari and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Dhamtari. Kallemeta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kallemeta is 447234. The village covers a total geographical area of 290.09 hectares and falls under the 493778 pincode. Nagri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kallemeta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sihawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kallemeta
As per Census 2011, Kallemeta village has a total population of 604 people, consisting of 301 males and 303 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 345 literate and 259 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 409 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kallemeta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 604 | 301 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 36 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 409 | 207 | 202 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 205 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 96 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Kallemeta
Kallemeta 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 Kallemeta
Kallemeta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nagri to Kallemeta is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhamtari to Kallemeta is about 54 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 Kallemeta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kallemeta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kallemeta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kallemeta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kallemeta
Where is Kallemeta located?
Kallemeta village is located in Nagri Tehsil, Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kallemeta?
Kallemeta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kallemeta?
The pincode of Kallemeta is 493778.
What is the population of Kallemeta?
Kallemeta has a total population of 604, including 301 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Kallemeta?
There are 142 households in Kallemeta.
What is the literacy rate in Kallemeta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kallemeta is 57.12%. Male literacy is 68.11% and female literacy is 46.20%.