Kalmala
Kalmala is a village located in Raichur taluka of Raichur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 24km away from Raichur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kalmala village. As per 2009 stats, Kalmala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kalmala unique in its vibrant Raichur region. You’ll see Kalmala’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 Kalmala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalmala is 600816. The village spans a total geographical area of 3266.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 584136. Raichur is nearest town to Kalmala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kalmala 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 Raichur Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raichur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kalmala
Population of Kalmala
According to the 2011 Census, Kalmala has a total population of about 5,638, with approximately 2,780 males and 2,858 females. The sex ratio is around 1028 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 754 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,203 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 217. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.65%, with male literacy at about 65.86% and female literacy near 43.74%. There are around 1,062 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalmala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,638 | 2,780 | 2,858 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 754 | 372 | 382 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,203 | 598 | 605 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 217 | 112 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 3,081 | 1,831 | 1,250 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,557 | 949 | 1,608 |
Connectivity of Kalmala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalmala. As per the 2011 stats, Kalmala 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalmala
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalmala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalmala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalmala
- Where is Kalmala located?
- Kalmala village is situated in Raichur Taluka, within the Raichur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalmala?
- Kalmala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kalmala?
- The pincode of Kalmala is 584136, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalmala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalmala is 5,638, with 2,780 males and 2,858 females.
- How many households are there in Kalmala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalmala village has a total of 1,062 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalmala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalmala is 54.65%. The male literacy rate is 65.86%, while the female literacy rate is 43.74%.