Kalma

Kalma is a village located in Dabhra tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Dabhra (tehsildar office) and 115km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Kalama is the gram panchayat of Kalma village.

Kalma has its own place in the vibrant Janjgir Champa 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 Kalma

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalma is 437208. The village spans a total geographical area of 421.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495692. Chandrapur is nearest town to Kalma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Kalma

Below is a concise population overview of Kalma as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,180 590 590
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 134 62 72
Scheduled Castes (SC) 66 32 34
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 601 303 298
Literate Population 633 367 266
Illiterate Population 547 223 324

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kalma village:

  • The total population of Kalma village is around 1,180, including approximately 590 males and 590 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 134 children aged 0–6 years in Kalma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kalma village has 66 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 601 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kalma village is about 53.64%, with male literacy at 62.20% and female literacy at 45.08%.
  • There are around 297 households in Kalma village.

Connectivity of Kalma

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalma. As per the 2011 stats, Kalma 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kalma

Knowing the nearby villages of Kalma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalma.

Kundaru Jhanjh Gopalpur Hirapur Kanshidih Barhaguda Chandali Palsada Balpur Birhabhatha Bilaigarh Mahadeopali

Frequently Asked Questions about Kalma

Where is Kalma located?
Kalma village is situated in Dabhra Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalma?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalma is Kalama (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kalma?
The pincode of Kalma is 495692, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kalma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalma is 1,180, with 590 males and 590 females.
How many households are there in Kalma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kalma village has a total of 297 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalma as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalma is 53.64%. The male literacy rate is 62.20%, while the female literacy rate is 45.08%.