Kallar
Kallar is a village located in Hosdurg taluka of Kasaragod district in Kerala, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Kanhangad (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Kasaragod. As per 2009 stats, Kallar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kallar unique in its vibrant Hosdurg-Kasaragod region. You’ll see Kallar’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 Kallar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kallar is 627143. The village spans a total geographical area of 5267 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 671532. Kanhangad is nearest town to Kallar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kallar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kanhangad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kasaragod Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kallar
Population of Kallar
According to the 2011 Census, Kallar has a total population of about 19,414, with approximately 9,493 males and 9,921 females. The sex ratio is around 1045 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,137 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 121 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3,619. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.46%, with male literacy at about 81.18% and female literacy near 73.90%. There are around 4,691 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kallar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19,414 | 9,493 | 9,921 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,137 | 1,070 | 1,067 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 54 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,619 | 1,757 | 1,862 |
| Literate Population | 15,038 | 7,706 | 7,332 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,376 | 1,787 | 2,589 |
Connectivity of Kallar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kallar. As per the 2011 stats, Kallar 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 Kallar
Knowing the nearby villages of Kallar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kallar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kallar
- Where is Kallar located?
- Kallar village is situated in Hosdurg Taluka, within the Kasaragod district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kallar?
- Kallar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kallar?
- The pincode of Kallar is 671532, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kallar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kallar is 19,414, with 9,493 males and 9,921 females.
- How many households are there in Kallar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kallar village has a total of 4,691 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kallar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kallar is 77.46%. The male literacy rate is 81.18%, while the female literacy rate is 73.90%.