Kalmane
Kalmane is a village located in Shikarpur taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Shikarpur (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Kalmane village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kalmane unique in its vibrant Shikarpur-Shimoga region. You’ll see Kalmane’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 Kalmane
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalmane is 607828. The village spans a total geographical area of 3843.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577214. Shikarpur is nearest town to Kalmane village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Kalmane
Population of Kalmane
According to the 2011 Census, Kalmane has a total population of about 4,085, with approximately 2,077 males and 2,008 females. The sex ratio is around 966 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 520 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 575 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 834. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.41%, with male literacy at about 63.79% and female literacy near 52.84%. There are around 894 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalmane's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,085 | 2,077 | 2,008 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 520 | 268 | 252 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 575 | 295 | 280 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 834 | 444 | 390 |
| Literate Population | 2,386 | 1,325 | 1,061 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,699 | 752 | 947 |
Connectivity of Kalmane
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalmane. As per the 2011 stats, Kalmane had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalmane
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalmane helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalmane.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalmane
- Where is Kalmane located?
- Kalmane village is situated in Shikarpur Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalmane?
- Kalmane serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kalmane?
- The pincode of Kalmane is 577214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalmane as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalmane is 4,085, with 2,077 males and 2,008 females.
- How many households are there in Kalmane as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalmane village has a total of 894 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalmane as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalmane is 58.41%. The male literacy rate is 63.79%, while the female literacy rate is 52.84%.