Kalkeri

Kalkeri is a village located in Kumta taluka of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Kumta (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Karwar. As per 2009 stats, Walgalli is the gram panchayat of Kalkeri village.

Kalkeri has its own place in the vibrant Uttara Kannada 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 Kalkeri

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalkeri is 603493. The village spans a total geographical area of 536.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581343. Kumta is nearest town to Kalkeri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

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Population of Kalkeri

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,191 623 568
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 118 66 52
Scheduled Castes (SC) 91 44 47
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 831 456 375
Illiterate Population 360 167 193

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

  • The total population of Kalkeri village is around 1,191, including approximately 623 males and 568 females, with a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 118 children aged 0–6 years in Kalkeri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kalkeri village has 91 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kalkeri village is about 69.77%, with male literacy at 73.19% and female literacy at 66.02%.
  • There are around 259 households in Kalkeri village.

Connectivity of Kalkeri

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalkeri. As per the 2011 stats, Kalkeri 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kalkeri

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

Horbhag Holegadde Harnir Urkeri Valgalli Harodi Konalli Kujalli Hegle Alvalli Madki Bail

Frequently Asked Questions about Kalkeri

Where is Kalkeri located?
Kalkeri village is situated in Kumta Taluka, within the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalkeri?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalkeri is Walgalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kalkeri?
The pincode of Kalkeri is 581343, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kalkeri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalkeri is 1,191, with 623 males and 568 females.
How many households are there in Kalkeri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kalkeri village has a total of 259 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalkeri as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalkeri is 69.77%. The male literacy rate is 73.19%, while the female literacy rate is 66.02%.