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.
Here you can discover what makes Kalanja unique in its vibrant Beltangadi-Dakshina Kannada region. You’ll see Kalanja’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 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.
Google Map of Kalanja
Population of Kalanja
According to the 2011 Census, Kalanja has a total population of about 4,988, with approximately 2,483 males and 2,505 females. The sex ratio is around 1008 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 537 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 484 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 177. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.83%, with male literacy at about 76.60% and female literacy near 65.11%. There are around 1,057 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalanja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.