Kalmodar - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Kalmodar is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Kalmodar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalmodar is 516676. The village covers a total geographical area of 1248.63 hectares and falls under the 364145 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kalmodar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gariadhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalmodar
According to the 2011 Census, Kalmodar village had a total population of 653 people, including 346 males and 307 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.13%, with male literacy at 73.44% and female literacy at 40.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 653 | 346 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 41 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 51 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 329 | 224 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 324 | 122 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Kalmodar
Kalmodar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kalmodar
Kalmodar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palitana to Kalmodar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Kalmodar is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalmodar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalmodar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalmodar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalmodar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalmodar
Where is Kalmodar located?
Kalmodar village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kalmodar?
Kalmodar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kalmodar?
The pincode of Kalmodar is 364145.
What is the population of Kalmodar?
Kalmodar had a total population of 653, including 346 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Kalmodar?
Kalmodar had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalmodar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalmodar was 58.13%. Male literacy was 73.44% and female literacy was 40.23%.