Kalkeri
Kalkeri is a village located in Mundargi taluka of Gadag district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Mundargi (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Gadag. As per 2009 stats, Kalkeri village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kalkeri unique in its vibrant Mundargi-Gadag region. You’ll see Kalkeri’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 Kalkeri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalkeri is 602170. The village spans a total geographical area of 1665.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 582118. Mundargi is nearest town to Kalkeri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Kalkeri
Population of Kalkeri
According to the 2011 Census, Kalkeri has a total population of about 3,791, with approximately 1,973 males and 1,818 females. The sex ratio is around 921 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 392 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 582 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 171. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.98%, with male literacy at about 76.48% and female literacy near 60.84%. There are around 741 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalkeri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,791 | 1,973 | 1,818 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 392 | 183 | 209 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 582 | 337 | 245 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 171 | 87 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 2,615 | 1,509 | 1,106 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,176 | 464 | 712 |
Connectivity of Kalkeri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalkeri. As per the 2011 stats, Kalkeri 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 Kalkeri
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalkeri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalkeri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalkeri
- Where is Kalkeri located?
- Kalkeri village is situated in Mundargi Taluka, within the Gadag district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalkeri?
- Kalkeri serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kalkeri?
- The pincode of Kalkeri is 582118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalkeri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalkeri is 3,791, with 1,973 males and 1,818 females.
- How many households are there in Kalkeri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalkeri village has a total of 741 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalkeri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalkeri is 68.98%. The male literacy rate is 76.48%, while the female literacy rate is 60.84%.