Kalinagar - Mulchera, Gadchiroli
Kalinagar is a village situated in the Mulchera tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mulchera and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Kalinagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalinagar is 539425. The village covers a total geographical area of 596 hectares and falls under the 442919 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Kalinagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kalinagar
According to the 2011 Census, Kalinagar village had a total population of 1,088 people, including 580 males and 508 females, living in 217 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.29%, with male literacy at 87.36% and female literacy at 74.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 1,088 | 580 | 508 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 58 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 782 | 456 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 124 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Kalinagar
Kalinagar 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 Kalinagar
Kalinagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gadchiroli to Kalinagar is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalinagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalinagar 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 Kalinagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalinagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalinagar
Where is Kalinagar located?
Kalinagar village is located in Mulchera Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalinagar?
Kalinagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kalinagar?
The pincode of Kalinagar is 442919.
What is the population of Kalinagar?
Kalinagar had a total population of 1,088, including 580 males and 508 females.
How many households are there in Kalinagar?
Kalinagar had 217 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalinagar was 81.29%. Male literacy was 87.36% and female literacy was 74.09%.