Kalu

Kalu is a village located in Barharwa subdivision of Sahibganj district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 50km away from district headquarter Barharwa. Barharwa is the sub-district headquarter of Kalu village. As per 2009 stats, Kalu village is also a gram panchayat.

Kalu has its own place in the vibrant Sahibganj 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 Kalu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalu is 359639. The village spans a total geographical area of 81.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 816101. Barharwa is nearest town to Kalu village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Kalu

Below is a concise population overview of Kalu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,386 733 653
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 293 164 129
Scheduled Castes (SC) 5 4 1
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 655 414 241
Illiterate Population 731 319 412

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kalu village:

  • The total population of Kalu village is around 1,386, including approximately 733 males and 653 females, with a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 293 children aged 0–6 years in Kalu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kalu village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kalu village is about 47.26%, with male literacy at 56.48% and female literacy at 36.91%.
  • There are around 261 households in Kalu village.

Connectivity of Kalu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalu. As per the 2011 stats, Kalu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kalu

Knowing the nearby villages of Kalu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalu.

Kasbasirasin Debu Basantpur Nayapara Kamalpur Beldanga Rameshwarpur Gaurang Bhawanandpur Pipra Simla

Frequently Asked Questions about Kalu

Where is Kalu located?
Kalu village is situated in Barharwa Subdivision, within the Sahibganj district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalu?
Kalu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kalu?
The pincode of Kalu is 816101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kalu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalu is 1,386, with 733 males and 653 females.
How many households are there in Kalu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kalu village has a total of 261 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalu is 47.26%. The male literacy rate is 56.48%, while the female literacy rate is 36.91%.