Kalaj
Kalaj is a village located in Phaltan tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Phaltan (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Kalaj village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kalaj unique in its vibrant Phaltan-Satara region. You’ll see Kalaj’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kalaj
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalaj is 563261. The village spans a total geographical area of 1074.41 hectares. Phaltan is nearest town to Kalaj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
As per 2019 stats, Kalaj village comes under Madha assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Kalaj
Population of Kalaj
According to the 2011 Census, Kalaj has a total population of about 2,066, with approximately 1,028 males and 1,038 females. The sex ratio is around 1009 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 260 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 204 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 17. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.25%, with male literacy at about 70.33% and female literacy near 60.21%. There are around 484 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalaj's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,066 | 1,028 | 1,038 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 135 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 100 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,348 | 723 | 625 |
| Illiterate Population | 718 | 305 | 413 |
Connectivity of Kalaj
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalaj. As per the 2011 stats, Kalaj 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalaj
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalaj helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalaj.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalaj
- Where is Kalaj located?
- Kalaj village is situated in Phaltan Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalaj?
- Kalaj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kalaj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalaj is 2,066, with 1,028 males and 1,038 females.
- How many households are there in Kalaj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalaj village has a total of 484 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalaj as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalaj is 65.25%. The male literacy rate is 70.33%, while the female literacy rate is 60.21%.