Kalmani - Dahi, Dhar
Kalmani is a village situated in the Dahi tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahi and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Kalmani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalmani is 475551. The village covers a total geographical area of 592.93 hectares and falls under the 454331 pincode. Kukshi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kalmani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kukshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalmani
As per Census 2011, Kalmani village has a total population of 1,806 people, consisting of 910 males and 896 females. The village has 304 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 298 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 650 literate and 1,156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,618 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalmani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,806 | 910 | 896 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 298 | 146 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 35 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,618 | 809 | 809 |
| Literate Population | 650 | 397 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,156 | 513 | 643 |
Nearby Villages of Kalmani
Kalmani is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rebarda | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Babali Bujurg | West | 2.28 km |
| Amlal | East | 2.97 km |
| Barda | North-East | 3.02 km |
| Babali Khurd | West | 3.54 km |
| Badwanya | South | 4.09 km |
| Balwani | North | 4.13 km |
| Padiyal | South-East | 4.28 km |
| Thandala | South-West | 4.64 km |
| Ali | North | 5.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalmani
Public transport in the Kalmani is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chhota Udepur, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kukshi to Kalmani is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Kalmani is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalmani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalmani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kalmani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalmani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kalmani
Where is Kalmani located?
Kalmani village is located in Dahi Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalmani?
Kalmani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kalmani?
The pincode of Kalmani is 454331.
What is the population of Kalmani?
Kalmani has a total population of 1,806, including 910 males and 896 females.
How many households are there in Kalmani?
There are 304 households in Kalmani.
What is the literacy rate in Kalmani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalmani is 35.99%. Male literacy is 43.63% and female literacy is 28.24%.