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.

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 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

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.

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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kalkasa village:

  • The total population of Kalkasa village is around 695, including approximately 346 males and 349 females, with a sex ratio of 1008 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 121 children aged 0–6 years in Kalkasa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kalkasa village has 621 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kalkasa village is about 53.38%, with male literacy at 63.58% and female literacy at 43.27%.
  • There are around 138 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 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.

Pipla Kachhar Kumhi Udri Nawagaon Jhikadah Gadaghat Baldeopur Badhai Tola Ghanikhuta Nawagaon Katha Tekapar Khurd Salhebharri

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%.