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.
Here you can discover what makes Kalenda unique in its vibrant Saraipali-Mahasamund region. You’ll see Kalenda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Kalenda has a total population of about 968, with approximately 484 males and 484 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 99 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 99 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 395. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.21%, with male literacy at about 79.13% and female literacy near 59.30%. There are around 216 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalenda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.