Kalkup
Kalkup is a village located in Parner tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Parner (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Kalkup village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kalkup unique in its vibrant Parner-Ahmadnagar region. You’ll see Kalkup’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kalkup
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalkup is 558312. The village spans a total geographical area of 736.11 hectares. Ahmadnagar is nearest town to Kalkup village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kalkup village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Parner Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kalkup
Population of Kalkup
According to the 2011 Census, Kalkup has a total population of about 1,582, with approximately 811 males and 771 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 183 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 63 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.46%, with male literacy at about 73.98% and female literacy near 62.65%. There are around 268 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalkup's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,582 | 811 | 771 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 101 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | N/A | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,083 | 600 | 483 |
| Illiterate Population | 499 | 211 | 288 |
Connectivity of Kalkup
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalkup. As per the 2011 stats, Kalkup had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalkup
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalkup helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalkup.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalkup
- Where is Kalkup located?
- Kalkup village is situated in Parner Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalkup?
- Kalkup serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kalkup as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalkup is 1,582, with 811 males and 771 females.
- How many households are there in Kalkup as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalkup village has a total of 268 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalkup as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalkup is 68.46%. The male literacy rate is 73.98%, while the female literacy rate is 62.65%.