Kalkere
Kalkere is a village located in Hosdurga taluka of Chitradurga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Hosdurga (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Chitradurga. As per 2009 stats, Ballalasamudra is the gram panchayat of Kalkere village.
Here you can discover what makes Kalkere unique in its vibrant Hosdurga-Chitradurga region. You’ll see Kalkere’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 Kalkere
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalkere is 605950. The village spans a total geographical area of 776.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577542. Hosdurga is nearest town to Kalkere village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Kalkere
Population of Kalkere
According to the 2011 Census, Kalkere has a total population of about 1,223, with approximately 603 males and 620 females. The sex ratio is around 1028 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 107 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 349 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.61%, with male literacy at about 67.33% and female literacy near 52.10%. There are around 301 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalkere's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,223 | 603 | 620 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 57 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 349 | 168 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 729 | 406 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 494 | 197 | 297 |
Connectivity of Kalkere
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalkere. As per the 2011 stats, Kalkere had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalkere
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalkere helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalkere.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalkere
- Where is Kalkere located?
- Kalkere village is situated in Hosdurga Taluka, within the Chitradurga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalkere?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalkere is Ballalasamudra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kalkere?
- The pincode of Kalkere is 577542, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalkere as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalkere is 1,223, with 603 males and 620 females.
- How many households are there in Kalkere as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalkere village has a total of 301 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalkere as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalkere is 59.61%. The male literacy rate is 67.33%, while the female literacy rate is 52.10%.