Kalmud - Kamalapur, Kalaburagi
Kalmud is a village situated in the Kamalapur taluka of Kalaburagi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 43 km from Gulbarga and around 43 km from Gulbarga. Kalamood serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalmud village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalmud is 620204. The village covers a total geographical area of 1194.5 hectares and falls under the 585313 pincode. Humnabad is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Kalmud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalaburagi Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalaburagi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalmud
As per Census 2011, Kalmud village has a total population of 2,319 people, consisting of 1,205 males and 1,114 females. The village has 410 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 320 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,170 literate and 1,149 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,623 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalmud are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,319 | 1,205 | 1,114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 157 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,623 | 858 | 765 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,170 | 772 | 398 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,149 | 433 | 716 |
Nearby Villages of Kalmud
Kalmud is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kawanhalli | South | 2.21 km |
| Dinshikurnur | North-West | 2.53 km |
| Bhunyara(k) | South-West | 4.03 km |
| Antapnhal | West | 4.13 km |
| Marguthi | North | 4.62 km |
| Gogi | South | 4.96 km |
| Bhimnal | North-West | 5.54 km |
| Marmanchi | North-East | 5.83 km |
| Sonth | North-East | 6.06 km |
| Chengta | East | 6.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalmud
Kalmud is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Gulbarga, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Humnabad to Kalmud is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gulbarga to Kalmud is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalmud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalmud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalmud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalmud village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kalmud
Where is Kalmud located?
Kalmud village is located in Kamalapur Taluka, Kalaburagi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalmud?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalmud is Kalamood.
What is the pincode of Kalmud?
The pincode of Kalmud is 585313.
What is the population of Kalmud?
Kalmud has a total population of 2,319, including 1,205 males and 1,114 females.
How many households are there in Kalmud?
There are 410 households in Kalmud.
What is the literacy rate in Kalmud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalmud is 50.45%. Male literacy is 64.07% and female literacy is 35.73%.