Kalamba
Kalamba is a village located in Basmath tehsil of Hingoli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Basmath (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Hingoli. As per 2009 stats, Kalamba village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kalamba unique in its vibrant Basmath-Hingoli region. You’ll see Kalamba’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 Kalamba
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalamba is 546271. The village spans a total geographical area of 727 hectares. Basmath is nearest town to Kalamba village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kalamba 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 Basmath Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kalamba
Population of Kalamba
According to the 2011 Census, Kalamba has a total population of about 1,380, with approximately 719 males and 661 females. The sex ratio is around 919 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 215 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 278 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.65%, with male literacy at about 64.81% and female literacy near 45.69%. There are around 254 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalamba's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,380 | 719 | 661 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 114 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 147 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 768 | 466 | 302 |
| Illiterate Population | 612 | 253 | 359 |
Connectivity of Kalamba
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalamba. As per the 2011 stats, Kalamba 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 Kalamba
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalamba helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalamba.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalamba
- Where is Kalamba located?
- Kalamba village is situated in Basmath Tehsil, within the Hingoli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalamba?
- Kalamba serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kalamba as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalamba is 1,380, with 719 males and 661 females.
- How many households are there in Kalamba as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalamba village has a total of 254 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalamba as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalamba is 55.65%. The male literacy rate is 64.81%, while the female literacy rate is 45.69%.