Kalgi
Kalgi is a village located in Chitapur taluka of Gulbarga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Chitapur (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Gulbarga. As per 2009 stats, Kalgi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kalgi unique in its vibrant Chitapur-Gulbarga region. You’ll see Kalgi’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 Kalgi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalgi is 620605. The village spans a total geographical area of 4485.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 585312. Chitapur is nearest town to Kalgi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kalgi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chincholi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bidar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kalgi
Population of Kalgi
According to the 2011 Census, Kalgi has a total population of about 9,144, with approximately 4,596 males and 4,548 females. The sex ratio is around 989 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,358 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,580 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 63. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.57%, with male literacy at about 59.05% and female literacy near 44.02%. There are around 1,564 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalgi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,144 | 4,596 | 4,548 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,358 | 702 | 656 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,580 | 1,848 | 1,732 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 4,716 | 2,714 | 2,002 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,428 | 1,882 | 2,546 |
Connectivity of Kalgi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalgi. As per the 2011 stats, Kalgi 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 Kalgi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalgi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalgi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalgi
- Where is Kalgi located?
- Kalgi village is situated in Chitapur Taluka, within the Gulbarga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalgi?
- Kalgi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kalgi?
- The pincode of Kalgi is 585312, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalgi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalgi is 9,144, with 4,596 males and 4,548 females.
- How many households are there in Kalgi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalgi village has a total of 1,564 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalgi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalgi is 51.57%. The male literacy rate is 59.05%, while the female literacy rate is 44.02%.