Kalkere
Kalkere is a village located in Channarayapatna taluka of Hassan district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Channarayapatna (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Hassan. As per 2009 stats, Kalkere village is also a gram panchayat.
Kalkere has its own place in the vibrant Hassan 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 Kalkere
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalkere is 617247. The village spans a total geographical area of 476.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 573220. Channarayapatna is nearest town to Kalkere village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kalkere 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 Shravanabelagola Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hassan Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kalkere
Population of Kalkere
Below is a concise population overview of Kalkere as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,186 | 581 | 605 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 44 | 52 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 61 | 66 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 7 | 12 |
Literate Population | 769 | 425 | 344 |
Illiterate Population | 417 | 156 | 261 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kalkere village:
- The total population of Kalkere village is around 1,186, including approximately 581 males and 605 females, with a sex ratio of 1041 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 96 children aged 0–6 years in Kalkere village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kalkere village has 127 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 19 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kalkere village is about 64.84%, with male literacy at 73.15% and female literacy at 56.86%.
- There are around 312 households in Kalkere village.
Connectivity of Kalkere
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalkere. As per the 2011 stats, Kalkere had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalkere
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalkere helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalkere.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalkere
- Where is Kalkere located?
- Kalkere village is situated in Channarayapatna Taluka, within the Hassan district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalkere?
- Kalkere serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kalkere?
- The pincode of Kalkere is 573220, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalkere as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalkere is 1,186, with 581 males and 605 females.
- How many households are there in Kalkere as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalkere village has a total of 312 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalkere as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalkere is 64.84%. The male literacy rate is 73.15%, while the female literacy rate is 56.86%.