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.

Kalaj has its own place in the vibrant Satara 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 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.

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Population of Kalaj

Below is a concise population overview of Kalaj as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kalaj village:

  • The total population of Kalaj village is around 2,066, including approximately 1,028 males and 1,038 females, with a sex ratio of 1009 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 260 children aged 0–6 years in Kalaj village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kalaj village has 204 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 17 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kalaj village is about 65.25%, with male literacy at 70.33% and female literacy at 60.21%.
  • There are around 484 households in Kalaj village.

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%.