Kalam
About Kalam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kalam village is 512188. Kalam village is located in Lakhtar taluka of Surendranagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Lakhtar (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Surendranagar. As per 2009 stats, Kalam village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1255.74 hectares. Kalam has a total population of 989 peoples, out of which male population is 477 while female population is 512. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1073 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kalam village is 65.52% out of which 74.42% males and 57.23% females are literate. There are about 209 houses in kalam village. Pincode of kalam village locality is 382775.
When it comes to administration, Kalam village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kalam village comes under Dasada Vidhan Sabha constituency & Surendranagar Lok Sabha constituency. Wadhwan is nearest town to kalam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
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Population of Kalam
The population details of Kalam cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 989 | 477 | 512 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 114 | 56 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 361 | 182 | 179 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 648 | 355 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 341 | 122 | 219 |
Connectivity of Kalam
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kalam
Where is Kalam located?
Kalam village is situated in Lakhtar Taluka, within the Surendranagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalam?
Kalam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kalam?
The pincode of Kalam is 382775, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kalam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalam is 989, with 477 males and 512 females.
How many households are there in Kalam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kalam village has a total of 209 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalam is 65.52%. The male literacy rate is 74.42%, while the female literacy rate is 57.23%.