Kalaj
About Kalaj
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kalaj village is 563261. Kalaj village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 1074.41 hectares. Kalaj has a total population of 2,066 peoples, out of which male population is 1,028 while female population is 1,038. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1009 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kalaj village is 65.25% out of which 70.33% males and 60.21% females are literate. There are about 484 houses in kalaj village.
As per 2019 stats, Kalaj village comes under Madha assembly & parliamentary constituency. Phaltan is nearest town to kalaj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
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Population of Kalaj
The population details of Kalaj 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 | 2,066 | 1,028 | 1,038 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 260 | 135 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 204 | 100 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,348 | 723 | 625 |
| Illiterate Population | 718 | 305 | 413 |
Connectivity of Kalaj
| 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 |
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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%.