Kalkere

Kalkere is a village located in Turuvekere taluka of Tumkur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Turuvekere (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Tumkur. As per 2009 stats, Kodigehalli is the gram panchayat of Kalkere village.

Kalkere has its own place in the vibrant Tumkur 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 Kalkere

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalkere is 612242. The village spans a total geographical area of 539.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 572227. Turuvekere is nearest town to Kalkere village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Kalkere

Below is a concise population overview of Kalkere as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 644 305 339
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 48 23 25
Scheduled Castes (SC) 127 65 62
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 485 258 227
Illiterate Population 159 47 112

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kalkere village:

  • The total population of Kalkere village is around 644, including approximately 305 males and 339 females, with a sex ratio of 1111 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 48 children aged 0–6 years in Kalkere village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kalkere village has 127 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kalkere village is about 75.31%, with male literacy at 84.59% and female literacy at 66.96%.
  • There are around 164 households in Kalkere village.

Connectivity of Kalkere

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalkere. As per the 2011 stats, Kalkere 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 Kalkere

Knowing the nearby villages of Kalkere helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalkere.

Mallaghatta Mallaghatta Amanikere Doddaghatta Guddenahalli Somenahalli T Hosahalli Gondi Turuvekere Kodigehalli Sulekere Aralikere

Frequently Asked Questions about Kalkere

Where is Kalkere located?
Kalkere village is situated in Turuvekere Taluka, within the Tumkur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalkere?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalkere is Kodigehalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kalkere?
The pincode of Kalkere is 572227, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kalkere as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalkere is 644, with 305 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Kalkere as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kalkere village has a total of 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalkere as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalkere is 75.31%. The male literacy rate is 84.59%, while the female literacy rate is 66.96%.