Kalgam
Kalgam is a village located in Umbergaon taluka of Valsad district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Umbergaon (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Valsad. As per 2009 stats, Kalgam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kalgam unique in its vibrant Umbergaon-Valsad region. You’ll see Kalgam’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 Kalgam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalgam is 523642. The village spans a total geographical area of 2148.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 396140. Vapi is nearest town to Kalgam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Kalgam
Population of Kalgam
According to the 2011 Census, Kalgam has a total population of about 10,687, with approximately 5,335 males and 5,352 females. The sex ratio is around 1003 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,197 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 504 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5,972. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.11%, with male literacy at about 80.79% and female literacy near 71.45%. There are around 2,182 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalgam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,687 | 5,335 | 5,352 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,197 | 638 | 559 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 504 | 249 | 255 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5,972 | 2,899 | 3,073 |
| Literate Population | 8,134 | 4,310 | 3,824 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,553 | 1,025 | 1,528 |
Connectivity of Kalgam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalgam. As per the 2011 stats, Kalgam 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalgam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalgam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalgam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalgam
- Where is Kalgam located?
- Kalgam village is situated in Umbergaon Taluka, within the Valsad district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalgam?
- Kalgam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kalgam?
- The pincode of Kalgam is 396140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalgam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalgam is 10,687, with 5,335 males and 5,352 females.
- How many households are there in Kalgam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalgam village has a total of 2,182 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalgam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalgam is 76.11%. The male literacy rate is 80.79%, while the female literacy rate is 71.45%.