Kalod - Siwani, Bhiwani
Kalod is a village situated in the Siwani tehsil of Bhiwani district, Haryana. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Siwani and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bhiwani. Kalod village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalod is 061299. The village covers a total geographical area of 1902 hectares and falls under the 127046 pincode. Siwani is the nearest town.
Kalod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Loharu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwani-Mahendragarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalod
According to the 2011 Census, Kalod village had a total population of 3,045 people, including 1,638 males and 1,407 females, living in 543 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.73%, with male literacy at 78.94% and female literacy at 56.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 339.
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 | 3,045 | 1,638 | 1,407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 407 | 223 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 339 | 192 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,813 | 1,117 | 696 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,232 | 521 | 711 |
Nearby Villages of Kalod
Kalod 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 Kalod
Kalod is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kalod.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bhiwani to Kalod 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 Kalod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalod village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalod village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalod
Where is Kalod located?
Kalod village is located in Siwani Tehsil, Bhiwani district, Haryana, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kalod?
Kalod is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kalod?
The pincode of Kalod is 127046.
What is the population of Kalod?
Kalod had a total population of 3,045, including 1,638 males and 1,407 females.
How many households are there in Kalod?
Kalod had 543 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalod was 68.73%. Male literacy was 78.94% and female literacy was 56.91%.