Kalma - Sagma, Garhwa
Kalma is a village situated in the Sagma subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. Sondiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalma is 347556. The village covers a total geographical area of 404.86 hectares and falls under the 822121 pincode. Nagar Utari is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Kalma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Kalma
Kalma is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhovni | South-West | 1.77 km |
| Sharda | East | 2.38 km |
| Katahar Kalan | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Sondiha | North | 2.92 km |
| Putur | North | 2.94 km |
| Birbal | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Lolki | South-East | 3.42 km |
| Kumba Kalan | South | 3.64 km |
| Sagma | North-East | 4.41 km |
| Ghaghri | North-West | 4.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalma
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kalma. The nearest railway station is Wyndhamganj, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 124.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nagar Utari to Kalma is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Garhwa to Kalma is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kalma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalma 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 Kalma
Where is Kalma located?
Kalma village is located in Sagma Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalma?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalma is Sondiha.
What is the pincode of Kalma?
The pincode of Kalma is 822121.