Kalka
About Kalka
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kalka village is 545394. Kalka village is located in Kandhar tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Kandhar (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Kalka village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 644 hectares. Kalka has a total population of 2,142 peoples, out of which male population is 1,102 while female population is 1,040. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 943 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kalka village is 58.36% out of which 69.78% males and 46.25% females are literate. There are about 398 houses in kalka village.
When it comes to administration, Kalka village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kalka village comes under Loha Vidhan Sabha constituency & Latur Lok Sabha constituency. Kandhar is nearest town to kalka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Kalka
The population details of Kalka cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,142 | 1,102 | 1,040 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 294 | 150 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 562 | 299 | 263 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,250 | 769 | 481 |
| Illiterate Population | 892 | 333 | 559 |
Connectivity of Kalka
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kalka
Where is Kalka located?
Kalka village is situated in Kandhar Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalka?
Kalka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Kalka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalka is 2,142, with 1,102 males and 1,040 females.
How many households are there in Kalka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kalka village has a total of 398 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalka is 58.36%. The male literacy rate is 69.78%, while the female literacy rate is 46.25%.