Kalkasa
Kalkasa is a village located in Dongargarh tehsil of Rajnandgaon district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Dongargarh (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Rajnandgaon. As per 2009 stats, Kalkasa village is also a gram panchayat.
Kalkasa has its own place in the vibrant Rajnandgaon 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 Kalkasa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalkasa is 440609. The village spans a total geographical area of 159.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491445. Dongargarh is nearest town to Kalkasa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Kalkasa
Population of Kalkasa
Below is a concise population overview of Kalkasa 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 | 605 | 300 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 43 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 30 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 310 | 163 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 489 | 255 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 45 | 71 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kalkasa village:
- The total population of Kalkasa village is around 605, including approximately 300 males and 305 females, with a sex ratio of 1016 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 81 children aged 0–6 years in Kalkasa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kalkasa village has 70 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 310 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kalkasa village is about 80.83%, with male literacy at 85.00% and female literacy at 76.72%.
- There are around 123 households in Kalkasa village.
Connectivity of Kalkasa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalkasa. As per the 2011 stats, Kalkasa 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalkasa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalkasa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalkasa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalkasa
- Where is Kalkasa located?
- Kalkasa village is situated in Dongargarh Tehsil, within the Rajnandgaon district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalkasa?
- Kalkasa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kalkasa?
- The pincode of Kalkasa is 491445, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalkasa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalkasa is 605, with 300 males and 305 females.
- How many households are there in Kalkasa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalkasa village has a total of 123 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalkasa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalkasa is 80.83%. The male literacy rate is 85.00%, while the female literacy rate is 76.72%.