Kalkavane
About Kalkavane
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kalkavane village is 565243. Kalkavane village is located in Chiplun tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Chiplun (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Kalkavane village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 899.15 hectares. Kalkavane has a total population of 1,168 peoples, out of which male population is 598 while female population is 570. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 953 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kalkavane village is 60.96% out of which 68.06% males and 53.51% females are literate. There are about 275 houses in kalkavane village.
When it comes to administration, Kalkavane 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, Kalkavane village comes under Chiplun Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency. Chiplun is nearest town to kalkavane village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Kalkavane
The population details of Kalkavane 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 | 1,168 | 598 | 570 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 143 | 74 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 86 | 49 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 179 | 91 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 712 | 407 | 305 |
| Illiterate Population | 456 | 191 | 265 |
Connectivity of Kalkavane
| 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 Kalkavane
Where is Kalkavane located?
Kalkavane village is situated in Chiplun Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalkavane?
Kalkavane serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Kalkavane as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalkavane is 1,168, with 598 males and 570 females.
How many households are there in Kalkavane as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kalkavane village has a total of 275 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalkavane as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalkavane is 60.96%. The male literacy rate is 68.06%, while the female literacy rate is 53.51%.