Kalavande
Kalavande is a village located in Chiplun tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Chiplun (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Kalavande village is also a gram panchayat.
Kalavande has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri 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 Kalavande
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalavande is 565279. The village spans a total geographical area of 745 hectares. Chiplun is nearest town to Kalavande village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kalavande 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 Chiplun Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kalavande
Population of Kalavande
Below is a concise population overview of Kalavande 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 | 1,937 | 928 | 1,009 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 100 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 306 | 151 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,319 | 741 | 578 |
| Illiterate Population | 618 | 187 | 431 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kalavande village:
- The total population of Kalavande village is around 1,937, including approximately 928 males and 1,009 females, with a sex ratio of 1087 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 184 children aged 0–6 years in Kalavande village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kalavande village has 306 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kalavande village is about 68.09%, with male literacy at 79.85% and female literacy at 57.28%.
- There are around 499 households in Kalavande village.
Connectivity of Kalavande
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalavande. As per the 2011 stats, Kalavande 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalavande
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalavande helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalavande.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalavande
- Where is Kalavande located?
- Kalavande village is situated in Chiplun Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalavande?
- Kalavande serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kalavande as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalavande is 1,937, with 928 males and 1,009 females.
- How many households are there in Kalavande as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalavande village has a total of 499 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalavande as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalavande is 68.09%. The male literacy rate is 79.85%, while the female literacy rate is 57.28%.