Kaltek - Sakri, Dhule
Kaltek is a village situated in the Sakri tehsil of Dhule district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakri and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Dhule. Kaltek village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaltek is 526244. The village covers a total geographical area of 556.18 hectares and falls under the 424305 pincode. Nandurbar is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Kaltek village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sakri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaltek
According to the 2011 Census, Kaltek village had a total population of 509 people, including 254 males and 255 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 1,004 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.81%, with male literacy at 71.17% and female literacy at 50.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 508.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 509 | 254 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 508 | 254 | 254 |
| Literate Population | 270 | 158 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 96 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Kaltek
Kaltek 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 Kaltek
Kaltek 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 5-10 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 Nandurbar to Kaltek is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhule to Kaltek is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaltek
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaltek village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kaltek
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaltek 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kaltek
Where is Kaltek located?
Kaltek village is located in Sakri Tehsil, Dhule district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kaltek?
Kaltek is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kaltek?
The pincode of Kaltek is 424305.
What is the population of Kaltek?
Kaltek had a total population of 509, including 254 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Kaltek?
Kaltek had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaltek?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaltek was 60.81%. Male literacy was 71.17% and female literacy was 50.45%.