Kalamkhand
Kalamkhand is a village located in Vada tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Vada (tehsildar office) and 73km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Kalamkhand village is also a gram panchayat.
Kalamkhand has its own place in the vibrant Thane 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 Kalamkhand
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalamkhand is 552020. The village spans a total geographical area of 570.7 hectares. Palghar is nearest town to Kalamkhand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kalamkhand village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Palghar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kalamkhand
Population of Kalamkhand
Below is a concise population overview of Kalamkhand as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,164 | 582 | 582 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 76 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 901 | 453 | 448 |
| Literate Population | 733 | 399 | 334 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 183 | 248 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kalamkhand village:
- The total population of Kalamkhand village is around 1,164, including approximately 582 males and 582 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 133 children aged 0–6 years in Kalamkhand village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kalamkhand village has 26 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 901 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kalamkhand village is about 62.97%, with male literacy at 68.56% and female literacy at 57.39%.
- There are around 258 households in Kalamkhand village.
Connectivity of Kalamkhand
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalamkhand. As per the 2011 stats, Kalamkhand 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalamkhand
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalamkhand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalamkhand.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalamkhand
- Where is Kalamkhand located?
- Kalamkhand village is situated in Vada Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalamkhand?
- Kalamkhand serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kalamkhand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalamkhand is 1,164, with 582 males and 582 females.
- How many households are there in Kalamkhand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalamkhand village has a total of 258 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalamkhand as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalamkhand is 62.97%. The male literacy rate is 68.56%, while the female literacy rate is 57.39%.