Kalda - Pawai, Panna
Kalda is a village situated in the Pawai tehsil of Panna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 66 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pawai and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Panna. Kalda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalda is 459340. The village covers a total geographical area of 650.06 hectares and falls under the 488333 pincode. Devendranagar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kalda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kalda
As per Census 2011, Kalda village has a total population of 1,744 people, consisting of 889 males and 855 females. The village has 400 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 386 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 775 literate and 969 illiterate residents. Additionally, 276 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 950 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,744 | 889 | 855 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 187 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 276 | 142 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 950 | 473 | 477 |
| Literate Population | 775 | 457 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 969 | 432 | 537 |
Nearby Villages of Kalda
Kalda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kalda
Kalda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devendranagar to Kalda is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Panna to Kalda is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalda
Where is Kalda located?
Kalda village is located in Pawai Tehsil, Panna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalda?
Kalda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kalda?
The pincode of Kalda is 488333.
What is the population of Kalda?
Kalda has a total population of 1,744, including 889 males and 855 females.
How many households are there in Kalda?
There are 400 households in Kalda.
What is the literacy rate in Kalda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalda is 44.44%. Male literacy is 51.41% and female literacy is 37.19%.