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.
Here you can discover what makes Kalkasa unique in its vibrant Dongargarh-Rajnandgaon region. You’ll see Kalkasa’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kalkasa has a total population of about 605, with approximately 300 males and 305 females. The sex ratio is around 1016 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 81 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 70 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 310. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.83%, with male literacy at about 85.00% and female literacy near 76.72%. There are around 123 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalkasa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.