Kalenda
Kalenda is a village located in Saraipali tehsil of Mahasamund district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Saraipali (tehsildar office) and 125km away from district headquarter Mahasamund. As per 2009 stats, Kalenda Singhoda is the gram panchayat of Kalenda village.
Kalenda has its own place in the vibrant Mahasamund 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 Kalenda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalenda is 445913. The village spans a total geographical area of 450.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493558. Saraipali is nearest town to Kalenda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Kalenda
Population of Kalenda
Below is a concise population overview of Kalenda 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 | 968 | 484 | 484 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 46 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 49 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 395 | 195 | 200 |
| Literate Population | 670 | 383 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 101 | 197 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kalenda village:
- The total population of Kalenda village is around 968, including approximately 484 males and 484 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 99 children aged 0–6 years in Kalenda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kalenda village has 99 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 395 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kalenda village is about 69.21%, with male literacy at 79.13% and female literacy at 59.30%.
- There are around 216 households in Kalenda village.
Connectivity of Kalenda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalenda. As per the 2011 stats, Kalenda 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 Kalenda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalenda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalenda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalenda
- Where is Kalenda located?
- Kalenda village is situated in Saraipali Tehsil, within the Mahasamund district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalenda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalenda is Kalenda Singhoda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kalenda?
- The pincode of Kalenda is 493558, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalenda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalenda is 968, with 484 males and 484 females.
- How many households are there in Kalenda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalenda village has a total of 216 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalenda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalenda is 69.21%. The male literacy rate is 79.13%, while the female literacy rate is 59.30%.