Kalatek

Kalatek is a village located in Shella Bholaganj subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 48km away from sub-district headquarter Shella Bholaganj (tehsildar office) and 98km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Kalatek has its own place in the vibrant East Khasi Hills 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 Kalatek

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalatek is 278887. Shella Bholaganj is nearest town to Kalatek village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Kalatek

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,769 899 870
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 383 186 197
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,022 512 510
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 27 16 11
Literate Population 609 351 258
Illiterate Population 1,160 548 612

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

  • The total population of Kalatek village is around 1,769, including approximately 899 males and 870 females, with a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 383 children aged 0–6 years in Kalatek village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kalatek village has 1,022 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 27 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kalatek village is about 34.43%, with male literacy at 39.04% and female literacy at 29.66%.
  • There are around 302 households in Kalatek village.

Connectivity of Kalatek

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalatek. As per the 2011 stats, Kalatek had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kalatek

Knowing the nearby villages of Kalatek helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalatek.

Umsaw Lubia Umkhabaw Sohkwit Umtaru Kalibari Dhorom Diengrai Birsaw Rangkamati Mawbang

Frequently Asked Questions about Kalatek

Where is Kalatek located?
Kalatek village is situated in Shella Bholaganj Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kalatek?
The pincode of Kalatek is 793112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kalatek as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalatek is 1,769, with 899 males and 870 females.
How many households are there in Kalatek as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kalatek village has a total of 302 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalatek as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalatek is 34.43%. The male literacy rate is 39.04%, while the female literacy rate is 29.66%.