Kalaia
Kalaia is a village located in Hat Gamharia subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Jagarnathpur (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter W. Singhbhum. As per 2009 stats, Dikubalkand is the gram panchayat of Kalaia village.
Kalaia has its own place in the vibrant Pashchimi Singhbhum region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kalaia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalaia is 378025. The village spans a total geographical area of 722 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833215. Chaibasa is nearest town to Kalaia village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kalaia village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Majhganon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kalaia
Population of Kalaia
Below is a concise population overview of Kalaia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,334 | 645 | 689 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 298 | 135 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,222 | 588 | 634 |
| Literate Population | 253 | 177 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,081 | 468 | 613 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kalaia village:
- The total population of Kalaia village is around 1,334, including approximately 645 males and 689 females, with a sex ratio of 1068 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 298 children aged 0–6 years in Kalaia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kalaia village has 1,222 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kalaia village is about 18.97%, with male literacy at 27.44% and female literacy at 11.03%.
- There are around 284 households in Kalaia village.
Connectivity of Kalaia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalaia. As per the 2011 stats, Kalaia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalaia
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalaia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalaia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalaia
- Where is Kalaia located?
- Kalaia village is situated in Hat Gamharia Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalaia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalaia is Dikubalkand (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kalaia?
- The pincode of Kalaia is 833215, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalaia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalaia is 1,334, with 645 males and 689 females.
- How many households are there in Kalaia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalaia village has a total of 284 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalaia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalaia is 18.97%. The male literacy rate is 27.44%, while the female literacy rate is 11.03%.