Kalamdare - Chandvad, Nashik
Kalamdare is a village situated in the Chandvad tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandvad and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Kalamdare village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalamdare is 550475. The village covers a total geographical area of 452 hectares and falls under the 423104 pincode. Manmad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kalamdare village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandvad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalamdare
As per Census 2011, Kalamdare village has a total population of 1,308 people, consisting of 691 males and 617 females. The village has 237 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 918 literate and 390 illiterate residents. Additionally, 199 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 119 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalamdare are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,308 | 691 | 617 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 94 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 199 | 98 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 119 | 61 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 918 | 527 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 390 | 164 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Kalamdare
Kalamdare 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sutarkhede | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Dongargaon | East | 2.11 km |
| Harnul | South | 2.25 km |
| Rahod | North | 3.00 km |
| Uswad | East | 4.31 km |
| Harsul | South | 4.34 km |
| Dugaon | South-East | 4.55 km |
| Patharshembe | South-West | 4.74 km |
| Vadbare | North-West | 5.45 km |
| Kokankhede | East | 6.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalamdare
Kalamdare is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Summit, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.6 km.
| 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 Manmad to Kalamdare is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Kalamdare is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalamdare
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalamdare village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kalamdare
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalamdare village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kalamdare
Where is Kalamdare located?
Kalamdare village is located in Chandvad Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalamdare?
Kalamdare is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kalamdare?
The pincode of Kalamdare is 423104.
What is the population of Kalamdare?
Kalamdare has a total population of 1,308, including 691 males and 617 females.
How many households are there in Kalamdare?
There are 237 households in Kalamdare.
What is the literacy rate in Kalamdare?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalamdare is 70.18%. Male literacy is 76.27% and female literacy is 63.37%.