Kalma
Kalma is a village located in Tonk Khurd tehsil of Dewas district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Tonk Khurd (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Dewas. As per 2009 stats, Kalma village is also a gram panchayat.
Kalma has its own place in the vibrant Dewas 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 Kalma
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalma is 473299. The village spans a total geographical area of 558 hectares. Tonk Khurd is nearest town to Kalma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Kalma
Population of Kalma
Below is a concise population overview of Kalma as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,374 | 1,225 | 1,149 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 151 | 140 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 624 | 326 | 298 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 189 | 96 | 93 |
Literate Population | 1,511 | 938 | 573 |
Illiterate Population | 863 | 287 | 576 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kalma village:
- The total population of Kalma village is around 2,374, including approximately 1,225 males and 1,149 females, with a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 291 children aged 0–6 years in Kalma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kalma village has 624 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 189 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kalma village is about 63.65%, with male literacy at 76.57% and female literacy at 49.87%.
- There are around 523 households in Kalma village.
Connectivity of Kalma
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalma. As per the 2011 stats, Kalma had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalma
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalma.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalma
- Where is Kalma located?
- Kalma village is situated in Tonk Khurd Tehsil, within the Dewas district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalma?
- Kalma serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kalma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalma is 2,374, with 1,225 males and 1,149 females.
- How many households are there in Kalma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalma village has a total of 523 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalma as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalma is 63.65%. The male literacy rate is 76.57%, while the female literacy rate is 49.87%.