Kalar
Kalar is a village located in Kalakote tehsil of Rajouri district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Kala Kote (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Rajouri. As per 2009 stats, Keller is the gram panchayat of Kalar village.
Here you can discover what makes Kalar unique in its vibrant Kalakote-Rajouri region. You’ll see Kalar’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 Kalar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalar is 001550. The village spans a total geographical area of 719.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185202. Sunderbani is nearest town to Kalar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Kalar
Population of Kalar
According to the 2011 Census, Kalar has a total population of about 456, with approximately 233 males and 223 females. The sex ratio is around 957 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 65 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 56 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 169. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.73%, with male literacy at about 61.80% and female literacy near 45.29%. There are around 101 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 456 | 233 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 32 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 83 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 245 | 144 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 89 | 122 |
Connectivity of Kalar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalar. As per the 2011 stats, Kalar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalar
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalar
- Where is Kalar located?
- Kalar village is situated in Kalakote Tehsil, within the Rajouri district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalar is Keller (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kalar?
- The pincode of Kalar is 185202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalar is 456, with 233 males and 223 females.
- How many households are there in Kalar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalar village has a total of 101 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalar is 53.73%. The male literacy rate is 61.80%, while the female literacy rate is 45.29%.