Kalanja
Kalanja is a village 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.
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 617757. The village spans a total geographical area of 656.86 hectares, and the pincode of the 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
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 | 2,154 | 1,067 | 1,087 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 103 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 232 | 121 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 194 | 94 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 1,711 | 900 | 811 |
| Illiterate Population | 443 | 167 | 276 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kalanja village:
- The total population of Kalanja village is around 2,154, including approximately 1,067 males and 1,087 females, with a sex ratio of 1018 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 197 children aged 0–6 years in Kalanja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kalanja village has 232 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 194 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kalanja village is about 79.43%, with male literacy at 84.35% and female literacy at 74.61%.
- There are around 476 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 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 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%.