Kalkeri
Kalkeri is a village located in Mundgod taluka of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Mundgod (tehsildar office) and 148km away from district headquarter Karwar. As per 2009 stats, Naganuru is the gram panchayat of Kalkeri village.
Here you can discover what makes Kalkeri unique in its vibrant Mundgod-Uttara Kannada region. You’ll see Kalkeri’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 Kalkeri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalkeri is 603034. The village spans a total geographical area of 857.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581349. Mundgod is nearest town to Kalkeri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Kalkeri
Population of Kalkeri
According to the 2011 Census, Kalkeri has a total population of about 1,044, with approximately 521 males and 523 females. The sex ratio is around 1003 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 159 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 61 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.04%, with male literacy at about 72.74% and female literacy near 57.36%. There are around 216 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalkeri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,044 | 521 | 523 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 71 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 26 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 679 | 379 | 300 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 142 | 223 |
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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalkeri
- Where is Kalkeri located?
- Kalkeri village is situated in Mundgod Taluka, within the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalkeri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalkeri is Naganuru (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 581349, 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 1,044, with 521 males and 523 females.
- How many households are there in Kalkeri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalkeri village has a total of 216 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalkeri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalkeri is 65.04%. The male literacy rate is 72.74%, while the female literacy rate is 57.36%.