Kalka
Kalka is a village 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.
Kalka has its own place in the vibrant Nanded region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kalka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalka is 545394. The village spans a total geographical area of 644 hectares. Kandhar is nearest town to Kalka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kalka 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 Loha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Latur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kalka
Population of Kalka
Below is a concise population overview of Kalka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,142 | 1,102 | 1,040 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 150 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 562 | 299 | 263 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,250 | 769 | 481 |
| Illiterate Population | 892 | 333 | 559 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kalka village:
- The total population of Kalka village is around 2,142, including approximately 1,102 males and 1,040 females, with a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 294 children aged 0–6 years in Kalka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kalka village has 562 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kalka village is about 58.36%, with male literacy at 69.78% and female literacy at 46.25%.
- There are around 398 households in Kalka village.
Connectivity of Kalka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalka. As per the 2011 stats, Kalka 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 Kalka
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalka.
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%.