Kalgaon
Kalgaon is a village located in Katangi tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Katangi (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Kalgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kalgaon unique in its vibrant Katangi-Balaghat region. You’ll see Kalgaon’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 Kalgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalgaon is 497293. The village spans a total geographical area of 324.98 hectares. Katangi is nearest town to Kalgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kalgaon
Population of Kalgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kalgaon has a total population of about 1,170, with approximately 564 males and 606 females. The sex ratio is around 1074 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 138 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 119 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 71. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.79%, with male literacy at about 83.33% and female literacy near 66.83%. There are around 260 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,170 | 564 | 606 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 66 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 55 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 36 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 875 | 470 | 405 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 94 | 201 |
Connectivity of Kalgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kalgaon 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalgaon
- Where is Kalgaon located?
- Kalgaon village is situated in Katangi Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalgaon?
- Kalgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalgaon is 1,170, with 564 males and 606 females.
- How many households are there in Kalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalgaon village has a total of 260 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalgaon is 74.79%. The male literacy rate is 83.33%, while the female literacy rate is 66.83%.