Kalkarjal - Akkalkot, Solapur
Kalkarjal is a village situated in the Akkalkot tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkot and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Kalkarjal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalkarjal is 562801. The village covers a total geographical area of 681 hectares and falls under the 413219 pincode. Akkalkot is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kalkarjal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalkarjal
As per Census 2011, Kalkarjal village has a total population of 1,551 people, consisting of 805 males and 746 females. The village has 324 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 276 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 865 literate and 686 illiterate residents. Additionally, 756 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 109 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalkarjal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,551 | 805 | 746 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 146 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 756 | 402 | 354 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 60 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 865 | 505 | 360 |
| Illiterate Population | 686 | 300 | 386 |
Nearby Villages of Kalkarjal
Kalkarjal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mundhewadi | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Korsegaon | North | 2.94 km |
| Dharsang | West | 3.32 km |
| Guddewadi | South | 3.91 km |
| Ankalage | South-East | 4.08 km |
| Tadwal | East | 4.50 km |
| Hattarsang | North-West | 4.66 km |
| Shegaon | South-West | 4.73 km |
| Alage | South-West | 4.78 km |
| Kegaon Bk | North-East | 4.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalkarjal
Kalkarjal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tadwal, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akkalkot to Kalkarjal is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Kalkarjal is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalkarjal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalkarjal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kalkarjal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalkarjal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kalkarjal
Where is Kalkarjal located?
Kalkarjal village is located in Akkalkot Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalkarjal?
Kalkarjal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kalkarjal?
The pincode of Kalkarjal is 413219.
What is the population of Kalkarjal?
Kalkarjal has a total population of 1,551, including 805 males and 746 females.
How many households are there in Kalkarjal?
There are 324 households in Kalkarjal.
What is the literacy rate in Kalkarjal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalkarjal is 55.77%. Male literacy is 62.73% and female literacy is 48.26%.