Kalanja
About Kalanja
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kalanja village is 617757. Kalanja village is located in Sulya taluka of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Sulya (tehsildar office) and 81km away from district headquarter Mangalore. As per 2009 stats, Kalanja village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 656.86 hectares. Kalanja has a total population of 2,154 peoples, out of which male population is 1,067 while female population is 1,087. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1018 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kalanja village is 79.43% out of which 84.35% males and 74.61% females are literate. There are about 476 houses in kalanja village. Pincode of kalanja village locality is 574212.
Sulya is nearest town to kalanja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
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Population of Kalanja
The population details of Kalanja cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,154 | 1,067 | 1,087 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 197 | 103 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 232 | 121 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 194 | 94 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 1,711 | 900 | 811 |
| Illiterate Population | 443 | 167 | 276 |
Connectivity of Kalanja
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kalanja
Where is Kalanja located?
Kalanja village is situated in Sulya 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 574212, 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 2,154, with 1,067 males and 1,087 females.
How many households are there in Kalanja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kalanja village has a total of 476 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalanja as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalanja is 79.43%. The male literacy rate is 84.35%, while the female literacy rate is 74.61%.