Kalkai
Kalkai is a village located in Siddapur taluka of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Siddapur (tehsildar office) and 86km away from district headquarter Karwar. As per 2009 stats, Dodmane is the gram panchayat of Kalkai village.
Here you can discover what makes Kalkai unique in its vibrant Siddapur-Uttara Kannada region. You’ll see Kalkai’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 Kalkai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalkai is 603619. The village spans a total geographical area of 319.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581322. Siddapur is nearest town to Kalkai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Kalkai
Population of Kalkai
According to the 2011 Census, Kalkai has a total population of about 465, with approximately 230 males and 235 females. The sex ratio is around 1021 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 41 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 56 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 86.24%, with male literacy at about 85.65% and female literacy near 86.81%. There are around 117 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalkai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 465 | 230 | 235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 25 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 25 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 401 | 197 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 33 | 31 |
Connectivity of Kalkai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalkai. As per the 2011 stats, Kalkai 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 Kalkai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalkai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalkai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalkai
- Where is Kalkai located?
- Kalkai village is situated in Siddapur Taluka, within the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalkai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalkai is Dodmane (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kalkai?
- The pincode of Kalkai is 581322, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalkai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalkai is 465, with 230 males and 235 females.
- How many households are there in Kalkai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalkai village has a total of 117 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalkai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalkai is 86.24%. The male literacy rate is 85.65%, while the female literacy rate is 86.81%.