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.
Kalkera has its own place in the vibrant Koppal 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Kalkera as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kalkera village:
- The total population of Kalkera village is around 1,960, including approximately 983 males and 977 females, with a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 300 children aged 0–6 years in Kalkera village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kalkera village has 370 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 117 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kalkera village is about 54.64%, with male literacy at 64.39% and female literacy at 44.83%.
- There are around 313 households in Kalkera village.
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%.