Kalamb - Ambegaon, Pune
Kalamb is a village situated in the Ambegaon tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghodegaon and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Kalamb village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalamb is 555502. The village covers a total geographical area of 1660.5 hectares and falls under the 410503 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Kalamb village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ambegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalamb
As per Census 2011, Kalamb village has a total population of 5,861 people, consisting of 3,008 males and 2,853 females. The village has 1,220 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 519 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,623 literate and 1,238 illiterate residents. Additionally, 281 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 716 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalamb are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,861 | 3,008 | 2,853 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 519 | 282 | 237 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 281 | 140 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 716 | 352 | 364 |
| Literate Population | 4,623 | 2,546 | 2,077 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,238 | 462 | 776 |
Nearby Villages of Kalamb
Kalamb 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nandur | West | 2.24 km |
| Louki | East | 2.76 km |
| Chandoli Bk. | South-East | 3.97 km |
| Eklahare | South | 4.11 km |
| Warulwadi | North | 4.79 km |
| Sultanpur | South-West | 4.93 km |
| Takewadi | South-West | 5.33 km |
| Chandoli Kh. | South | 6.04 km |
| Manjarwadi | East | 6.30 km |
| Vadgaon Kashimbeg | South-West | 6.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalamb
Public transport in the Kalamb is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ghorawadi, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junnar to Kalamb is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Kalamb is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalamb
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalamb village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalamb
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalamb village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kalamb
Where is Kalamb located?
Kalamb village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalamb?
Kalamb is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kalamb?
The pincode of Kalamb is 410503.
What is the population of Kalamb?
Kalamb has a total population of 5,861, including 3,008 males and 2,853 females.
How many households are there in Kalamb?
There are 1,220 households in Kalamb.
What is the literacy rate in Kalamb?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalamb is 78.88%. Male literacy is 84.64% and female literacy is 72.80%.