Kalamadu - Chalisgaon, Jalgaon
Kalamadu is a village situated in the Chalisgaon tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chalisgaon and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Kalmadu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalamadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalamadu is 527745. The village covers a total geographical area of 1647.73 hectares and falls under the 424106 pincode. Chalisgaon is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Kalamadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kalamadu
As per Census 2011, Kalamadu village has a total population of 5,421 people, consisting of 2,879 males and 2,542 females. The village has 1,141 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 708 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,528 literate and 1,893 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,067 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 600 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalamadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,421 | 2,879 | 2,542 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 708 | 420 | 288 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,067 | 569 | 498 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 600 | 320 | 280 |
| Literate Population | 3,528 | 1,984 | 1,544 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,893 | 895 | 998 |
Nearby Villages of Kalamadu
Kalamadu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Abhone | North-East | 2.42 km |
| Rajmane | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Mordad | North-West | 3.13 km |
| Mordad Tanda | West | 3.43 km |
| Pohare | South-East | 3.67 km |
| Dhamangaon | South | 4.79 km |
| Adalase | East | 5.71 km |
| Khedi Kh | South-East | 5.95 km |
| Khordad | North | 6.11 km |
| Dahiwad | South-West | 6.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalamadu
Kalamadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rajmane, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Chalisgaon to Kalamadu is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Kalamadu is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalamadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalamadu 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 Kalamadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalamadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalamadu
Where is Kalamadu located?
Kalamadu village is located in Chalisgaon Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalamadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalamadu is Kalmadu.
What is the pincode of Kalamadu?
The pincode of Kalamadu is 424106.
What is the population of Kalamadu?
Kalamadu has a total population of 5,421, including 2,879 males and 2,542 females.
How many households are there in Kalamadu?
There are 1,141 households in Kalamadu.
What is the literacy rate in Kalamadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalamadu is 65.08%. Male literacy is 68.91% and female literacy is 60.74%.