Kalamgaon - Chandur Railway, Amravati
Kalamgaon is a village situated in the Chandur Railway tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandur Railway and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Kalamgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalamgaon is 533218. The village covers a total geographical area of 878 hectares and falls under the 444904 pincode. Chandur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kalamgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kalamgaon
As per Census 2011, Kalamgaon village has a total population of 1,398 people, consisting of 732 males and 666 females. The village has 371 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 173 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,197 literate and 201 illiterate residents. Additionally, 817 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalamgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,398 | 732 | 666 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 94 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 817 | 436 | 381 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,197 | 623 | 574 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 109 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Kalamgaon
Kalamgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalamjapur | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Ashrafpur | South | 2.90 km |
| Satefal | East | 3.01 km |
| Songaon | North | 3.06 km |
| Neknanpur | North-East | 3.61 km |
| Sonora Kh. | South-West | 3.91 km |
| Murtizapur | South | 4.23 km |
| Jahagirpur | South | 4.42 km |
| Jawra | South-East | 4.52 km |
| Sagulwada | North-East | 4.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalamgaon
Kalamgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chandur, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandur to Kalamgaon is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Kalamgaon is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalamgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalamgaon 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 Kalamgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalamgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalamgaon
Where is Kalamgaon located?
Kalamgaon village is located in Chandur Railway Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalamgaon?
Kalamgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kalamgaon?
The pincode of Kalamgaon is 444904.
What is the population of Kalamgaon?
Kalamgaon has a total population of 1,398, including 732 males and 666 females.
How many households are there in Kalamgaon?
There are 371 households in Kalamgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kalamgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalamgaon is 85.62%. Male literacy is 85.11% and female literacy is 86.19%.