Kalai
Kalai is a village located in Arang tehsil of Raipur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Arang (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Raipur. As per 2009 stats, Khamtarai is the gram panchayat of Kalai village.
Here you can discover what makes Kalai unique in its vibrant Arang-Raipur region. You’ll see Kalai’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 Kalai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalai is 444487. The village spans a total geographical area of 469.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496554. Arang is nearest town to Kalai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Kalai
Population of Kalai
According to the 2011 Census, Kalai has a total population of about 1,013, with approximately 512 males and 501 females. The sex ratio is around 978 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 180 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 109 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.82%, with male literacy at about 75.20% and female literacy near 60.28%. There are around 187 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,013 | 512 | 501 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 86 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 51 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 687 | 385 | 302 |
| Illiterate Population | 326 | 127 | 199 |
Connectivity of Kalai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalai. As per the 2011 stats, Kalai 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalai
- Where is Kalai located?
- Kalai village is situated in Arang Tehsil, within the Raipur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalai is Khamtarai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kalai?
- The pincode of Kalai is 496554, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalai is 1,013, with 512 males and 501 females.
- How many households are there in Kalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalai village has a total of 187 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalai is 67.82%. The male literacy rate is 75.20%, while the female literacy rate is 60.28%.