Kalanja
Kalanja is a village located in Beltangadi taluka of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Beltangady (tehsildar office) and 77km away from district headquarter Mangalore. As per 2009 stats, Kalanja village is also a gram panchayat.
Kalanja has its own place in the vibrant Dakshina Kannada 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 Kalanja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalanja is 617678. The village spans a total geographical area of 4910.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574216. Beltangady is nearest town to Kalanja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
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Population of Kalanja
Below is a concise population overview of Kalanja 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 | 4,988 | 2,483 | 2,505 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 537 | 275 | 262 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 484 | 230 | 254 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 177 | 81 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 3,533 | 1,902 | 1,631 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,455 | 581 | 874 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kalanja village:
- The total population of Kalanja village is around 4,988, including approximately 2,483 males and 2,505 females, with a sex ratio of 1008 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 537 children aged 0–6 years in Kalanja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kalanja village has 484 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 177 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kalanja village is about 70.83%, with male literacy at 76.60% and female literacy at 65.11%.
- There are around 1,057 households in Kalanja village.
Connectivity of Kalanja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalanja. As per the 2011 stats, Kalanja 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalanja
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalanja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalanja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalanja
- Where is Kalanja located?
- Kalanja village is situated in Beltangadi Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalanja?
- Kalanja serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kalanja?
- The pincode of Kalanja is 574216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalanja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalanja is 4,988, with 2,483 males and 2,505 females.
- How many households are there in Kalanja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalanja village has a total of 1,057 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalanja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalanja is 70.83%. The male literacy rate is 76.60%, while the female literacy rate is 65.11%.