Kallaja - Orchha, Narayanpur
Kallaja is a village situated in the Orchha tehsil of Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Orchha and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Narayanpur. Rekawaya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kallaja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kallaja is 450030. The village falls under the 494661 pincode. Narayanpur is the nearest town, located about 93 km away.
Kallaja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kallaja
According to the 2011 Census, Kallaja village had a total population of 67 people, including 33 males and 34 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 1.72%, with male literacy at 3.70% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 67.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 67 | 33 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 33 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 32 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Kallaja
Kallaja 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 Kallaja
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kallaja.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narayanpur to Kallaja is about 93 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kallaja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kallaja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kallaja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kallaja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kallaja
Where is Kallaja located?
Kallaja village is located in Orchha Tehsil, Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kallaja?
The Gram Panchayat of Kallaja is Rekawaya.
What is the pincode of Kallaja?
The pincode of Kallaja is 494661.
What is the population of Kallaja?
Kallaja had a total population of 67, including 33 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Kallaja?
Kallaja had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kallaja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kallaja was 1.72%. Male literacy was 3.70% and female literacy was 0.00%.