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
As per Census 2011, Kalmodar village has a total population of 653 people, consisting of 346 males and 307 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 329 literate and 324 illiterate residents. Additionally, 93 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalmodar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 653 | 346 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 41 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 51 | 42 |
| 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 has a total population of 653, including 346 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Kalmodar?
There are 115 households in Kalmodar.
What is the literacy rate in Kalmodar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalmodar is 50.38%. Male literacy is 64.74% and female literacy is 34.20%.