Kalkera
Kalkera is a village located in Gangawati taluka of Koppal district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Gangawati (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Koppal. As per 2009 stats, Sulekal is the gram panchayat of Kalkera village.
Here you can discover what makes Kalkera unique in its vibrant Gangawati-Koppal region. You’ll see Kalkera’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 Kalkera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalkera is 601588. The village spans a total geographical area of 1656.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 583283. Gangawati is nearest town to Kalkera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kalkera 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 Kanakagiri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Koppal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kalkera
Population of Kalkera
According to the 2011 Census, Kalkera has a total population of about 1,960, with approximately 983 males and 977 females. The sex ratio is around 993 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 300 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 370 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 117. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.64%, with male literacy at about 64.39% and female literacy near 44.83%. There are around 313 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalkera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,960 | 983 | 977 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 158 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 370 | 177 | 193 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 117 | 61 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 1,071 | 633 | 438 |
| Illiterate Population | 889 | 350 | 539 |
Connectivity of Kalkera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalkera. As per the 2011 stats, Kalkera 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalkera
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalkera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalkera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalkera
- Where is Kalkera located?
- Kalkera village is situated in Gangawati Taluka, within the Koppal district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalkera?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalkera is Sulekal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kalkera?
- The pincode of Kalkera is 583283, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalkera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalkera is 1,960, with 983 males and 977 females.
- How many households are there in Kalkera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalkera village has a total of 313 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalkera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalkera is 54.64%. The male literacy rate is 64.39%, while the female literacy rate is 44.83%.