Kalmadka
Kalmadka is a village located in Sulya taluka of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Sulya (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Mangalore. As per 2009 stats, Kalmadka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kalmadka unique in its vibrant Sulya-Dakshina Kannada region. You’ll see Kalmadka’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 Kalmadka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalmadka is 617779. The village spans a total geographical area of 1183.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574212. Sulya is nearest town to Kalmadka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
Google Map of Kalmadka
Population of Kalmadka
According to the 2011 Census, Kalmadka has a total population of about 2,241, with approximately 1,131 males and 1,110 females. The sex ratio is around 981 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 215 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 213 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 581. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.67%, with male literacy at about 79.84% and female literacy near 67.39%. There are around 454 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalmadka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,241 | 1,131 | 1,110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 115 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 103 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 581 | 305 | 276 |
| Literate Population | 1,651 | 903 | 748 |
| Illiterate Population | 590 | 228 | 362 |
Connectivity of Kalmadka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalmadka. As per the 2011 stats, Kalmadka 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 Kalmadka
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalmadka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalmadka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalmadka
- Where is Kalmadka located?
- Kalmadka village is situated in Sulya Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalmadka?
- Kalmadka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kalmadka?
- The pincode of Kalmadka is 574212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalmadka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalmadka is 2,241, with 1,131 males and 1,110 females.
- How many households are there in Kalmadka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalmadka village has a total of 454 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalmadka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalmadka is 73.67%. The male literacy rate is 79.84%, while the female literacy rate is 67.39%.