Kalakot - Bhanpura, Mandsaur
Kalakot is a village situated in the Bhanpura tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanpura and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Kalakhot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalakot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalakot is 469103. The village covers a total geographical area of 497.51 hectares and falls under the 458775 pincode. Ramganj Mandi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kalakot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Garoth Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalakot
As per Census 2011, Kalakot village has a total population of 1,771 people, consisting of 887 males and 884 females. The village has 327 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 204 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,144 literate and 627 illiterate residents. Additionally, 162 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 324 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalakot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,771 | 887 | 884 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 101 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 79 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 324 | 168 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 1,144 | 717 | 427 |
| Illiterate Population | 627 | 170 | 457 |
Nearby Villages of Kalakot
Kalakot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Undwa | North | 2.04 km |
| Sandhara | South-West | 2.24 km |
| Beedgaon | West | 2.26 km |
| Dharnawad | East | 3.48 km |
| Nyamat Kheri | North-East | 3.78 km |
| Banda | North-East | 4.06 km |
| Dod Kheri | North | 4.24 km |
| Osara | South | 4.37 km |
| Hemal Kheri | East | 4.93 km |
| San Khera | North | 5.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalakot
Kalakot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jhalawar Road, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramganj Mandi to Kalakot is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Kalakot is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalakot 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalakot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kalakot
Where is Kalakot located?
Kalakot village is located in Bhanpura Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalakot?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalakot is Kalakhot.
What is the pincode of Kalakot?
The pincode of Kalakot is 458775.
What is the population of Kalakot?
Kalakot has a total population of 1,771, including 887 males and 884 females.
How many households are there in Kalakot?
There are 327 households in Kalakot.
What is the literacy rate in Kalakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalakot is 64.60%. Male literacy is 80.83% and female literacy is 48.30%.