Kalkasa

Kalkasa is a village located in Khairagarh tehsil of Rajnandgaon district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Khairagarh (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 Khairagarh-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 440422. The village spans a total geographical area of 322.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491881. Khairagarh is nearest town to Kalkasa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Kalkasa

According to the 2011 Census, Kalkasa has a total population of about 695, with approximately 346 males and 349 females. The sex ratio is around 1008 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 121 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 621 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 53.38%, with male literacy at about 63.58% and female literacy near 43.27%. There are around 138 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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 695 346 349
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 121 61 60
Scheduled Castes (SC) 621 307 314
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 371 220 151
Illiterate Population 324 126 198

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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 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 Khairagarh 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 491881, 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 695, with 346 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Kalkasa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kalkasa village has a total of 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalkasa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalkasa is 53.38%. The male literacy rate is 63.58%, while the female literacy rate is 43.27%.