Kalkatta
About Kalkatta
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kalkatta village is 497899. Kalkatta village is located in Kirnapur tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Kirnapur (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Kandara is the gram panchayat of Kalkatta village.
The total geographical area of village is 1020.88 hectares. Kalkatta has a total population of 840 peoples, out of which male population is 415 while female population is 425. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1024 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kalkatta village is 49.76% out of which 57.59% males and 42.12% females are literate. There are about 183 houses in kalkatta village.
When it comes to administration, Kalkatta village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kalkatta village comes under Lanji Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency. Balaghat is nearest town to kalkatta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
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Population of Kalkatta
The population details of Kalkatta cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 840 | 415 | 425 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 134 | 64 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 587 | 291 | 296 |
| Literate Population | 418 | 239 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 422 | 176 | 246 |
Connectivity of Kalkatta
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kalkatta
Where is Kalkatta located?
Kalkatta village is situated in Kirnapur Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalkatta?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalkatta is Kandara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Kalkatta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalkatta is 840, with 415 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Kalkatta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kalkatta village has a total of 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalkatta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalkatta is 49.76%. The male literacy rate is 57.59%, while the female literacy rate is 42.12%.