Kalkera - Kanakagiri, Koppal
Kalkera is a village situated in the Kanakagiri taluka of Koppal district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 25 km from Gangawati and around 50 km from Koppal. Sulekal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalkera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalkera is 601588. The village covers a total geographical area of 1656.22 hectares and falls under the 583283 pincode. Gangawati is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kalkera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kanakagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koppal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalkera
As per Census 2011, Kalkera village has a total population of 1,960 people, consisting of 983 males and 977 females. The village has 313 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 300 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,071 literate and 889 illiterate residents. Additionally, 370 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 117 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalkera are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kalkera
Kalkera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Benkanhal | South-West | 2.75 km |
| Jeeral | East | 2.83 km |
| Battarnarsapur | South | 3.07 km |
| Gorvihanchinal | North-West | 3.21 km |
| Katapur (khalsa) | North | 3.21 km |
| Bomchihal | North-West | 3.92 km |
| Wadki | North-East | 4.27 km |
| Jeeralkalgudi | East | 4.76 km |
| Kesakihanchnal | South | 5.02 km |
| Hatti | North | 5.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalkera
Kalkera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hospet Jn, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangawati to Kalkera is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koppal to Kalkera is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalkera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalkera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalkera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalkera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalkera
Where is Kalkera located?
Kalkera village is located in Kanakagiri Taluka, Koppal district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalkera?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalkera is Sulekal.
What is the pincode of Kalkera?
The pincode of Kalkera is 583283.
What is the population of Kalkera?
Kalkera has a total population of 1,960, including 983 males and 977 females.
How many households are there in Kalkera?
There are 313 households in Kalkera.
What is the literacy rate in Kalkera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalkera is 54.64%. Male literacy is 64.39% and female literacy is 44.83%.