Kalkasa
Kalkasa is a village located in Dondi Luhara tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Dondiluhara (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Dudhli is the gram panchayat of Kalkasa village.
Kalkasa has its own place in the vibrant Durg 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 Kalkasa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalkasa is 443033. The village spans a total geographical area of 681.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491226. Dondiluhara is nearest town to Kalkasa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kalkasa village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dondi lahara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kalkasa
Population of Kalkasa
Below is a concise population overview of Kalkasa 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 | 374 | 182 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 23 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 114 | 56 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 135 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 47 | 78 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kalkasa village:
- The total population of Kalkasa village is around 374, including approximately 182 males and 192 females, with a sex ratio of 1054 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 52 children aged 0–6 years in Kalkasa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kalkasa village has 20 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 114 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kalkasa village is about 66.58%, with male literacy at 74.18% and female literacy at 59.38%.
- There are around 88 households in Kalkasa village.
Connectivity of Kalkasa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalkasa. As per the 2011 stats, Kalkasa 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalkasa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalkasa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalkasa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalkasa
- Where is Kalkasa located?
- Kalkasa village is situated in Dondi Luhara Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalkasa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalkasa is Dudhli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kalkasa?
- The pincode of Kalkasa is 491226, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalkasa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalkasa is 374, with 182 males and 192 females.
- How many households are there in Kalkasa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalkasa village has a total of 88 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalkasa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalkasa is 66.58%. The male literacy rate is 74.18%, while the female literacy rate is 59.38%.