Kalana
Kalana is a village located in Dhoraji taluka of Rajkot district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Dhoraji (tehsildar office) and 105km away from district headquarter Rajkot. As per 2009 stats, Kalana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kalana unique in its vibrant Dhoraji-Rajkot region. You’ll see Kalana’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 Kalana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalana is 513395. The village spans a total geographical area of 1881.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 360410. Upleta is nearest town to Kalana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Kalana
Population of Kalana
According to the 2011 Census, Kalana has a total population of about 3,946, with approximately 2,023 males and 1,923 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 334 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 373 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 71.84%, with male literacy at about 79.29% and female literacy near 64.01%. There are around 889 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,946 | 2,023 | 1,923 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 176 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 373 | 195 | 178 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,835 | 1,604 | 1,231 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,111 | 419 | 692 |
Connectivity of Kalana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalana. As per the 2011 stats, Kalana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalana
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalana
- Where is Kalana located?
- Kalana village is situated in Dhoraji Taluka, within the Rajkot district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalana?
- Kalana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kalana?
- The pincode of Kalana is 360410, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalana is 3,946, with 2,023 males and 1,923 females.
- How many households are there in Kalana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalana village has a total of 889 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalana is 71.84%. The male literacy rate is 79.29%, while the female literacy rate is 64.01%.