Kalamanja - Beltangadi, Dakshina Kannada
Kalamanja is a village situated in the Beltangadi taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beltangady and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Mangalore. Kalmanja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalamanja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalamanja is 617654. The village covers a total geographical area of 1224.63 hectares and falls under the 574228 pincode. Beltangady is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kalamanja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthangady Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dakshina Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalamanja
As per Census 2011, Kalamanja village has a total population of 3,709 people, consisting of 1,861 males and 1,848 females. The village has 771 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 406 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,850 literate and 859 illiterate residents. Additionally, 314 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 310 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalamanja are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,709 | 1,861 | 1,848 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 406 | 196 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 314 | 143 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 310 | 166 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 2,850 | 1,527 | 1,323 |
| Illiterate Population | 859 | 334 | 525 |
Nearby Villages of Kalamanja
Kalamanja 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mundaje | North | 3.31 km |
| Chibidre | East | 3.78 km |
| Ujire | West | 4.06 km |
| Dharmasthala | South | 4.34 km |
| Kanyady | North-West | 5.40 km |
| Thotathadi | North-East | 6.20 km |
| Belalu | South-West | 7.48 km |
| Nada | North-West | 7.58 km |
| Indabettu | North | 8.17 km |
| Laila | West | 8.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalamanja
Kalamanja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Narimogaru, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beltangady to Kalamanja is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Kalamanja is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalamanja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalamanja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalamanja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalamanja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kalamanja
Where is Kalamanja located?
Kalamanja village is located in Beltangadi Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalamanja?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalamanja is Kalmanja.
What is the pincode of Kalamanja?
The pincode of Kalamanja is 574228.
What is the population of Kalamanja?
Kalamanja has a total population of 3,709, including 1,861 males and 1,848 females.
How many households are there in Kalamanja?
There are 771 households in Kalamanja.
What is the literacy rate in Kalamanja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalamanja is 76.84%. Male literacy is 82.05% and female literacy is 71.59%.