Kalamkuva - Mandvi, Surat
Kalamkuva is a village situated in the Mandvi taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandvi and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Kalamkuva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalamkuva is 524028. The village covers a total geographical area of 349.91 hectares and falls under the 394160 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Kalamkuva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kalamkuva
According to the 2011 Census, Kalamkuva village had a total population of 1,119 people, including 564 males and 555 females, living in 262 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.22%, with male literacy at 68.62% and female literacy at 55.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,117.
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 | 1,119 | 564 | 555 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 51 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,117 | 563 | 554 |
| Literate Population | 634 | 352 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 485 | 212 | 273 |
Nearby Villages of Kalamkuva
Kalamkuva 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 Kalamkuva
Public transport in the Kalamkuva is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mandvi to Kalamkuva is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Kalamkuva is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalamkuva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalamkuva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalamkuva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalamkuva 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 Kalamkuva
Where is Kalamkuva located?
Kalamkuva village is located in Mandvi Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalamkuva?
Kalamkuva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kalamkuva?
The pincode of Kalamkuva is 394160.
What is the population of Kalamkuva?
Kalamkuva had a total population of 1,119, including 564 males and 555 females.
How many households are there in Kalamkuva?
Kalamkuva had 262 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalamkuva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalamkuva was 62.22%. Male literacy was 68.62% and female literacy was 55.73%.