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.
Kallar has its own place in the vibrant Kasaragod 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Kallar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kallar village:
- The total population of Kallar village is around 19,414, including approximately 9,493 males and 9,921 females, with a sex ratio of 1045 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 2,137 children aged 0–6 years in Kallar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kallar village has 121 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3,619 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kallar village is about 77.46%, with male literacy at 81.18% and female literacy at 73.90%.
- There are around 4,691 households in Kallar village.
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%.