Kalaguju - Saraikela, Saraikela Kharsawan
Kalaguju is a village situated in the Saraikela subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 6 km from Seraikela and around 8 km from Seraikeka. Nowagoan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalaguju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalaguju is 379424. The village covers a total geographical area of 115 hectares and falls under the 833219 pincode.
Kalaguju village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kharasawan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khunti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalaguju
As per Census 2011, Kalaguju village has a total population of 472 people, consisting of 251 males and 221 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 241 literate and 231 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 179 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalaguju are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 472 | 251 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 35 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 94 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 162 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 231 | 89 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Kalaguju
Kalaguju 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 Kalaguju
Kalaguju is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Seraikeka to Kalaguju is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalaguju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalaguju village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kalaguju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalaguju village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kalaguju
Where is Kalaguju located?
Kalaguju village is located in Saraikela Subdivision, Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalaguju?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalaguju is Nowagoan.
What is the pincode of Kalaguju?
The pincode of Kalaguju is 833219.
What is the population of Kalaguju?
Kalaguju has a total population of 472, including 251 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Kalaguju?
There are 92 households in Kalaguju.
What is the literacy rate in Kalaguju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalaguju is 51.06%. Male literacy is 64.54% and female literacy is 35.75%.