Kalajhar

Kalajhar is a village located in Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 3.5km away from sub-district headquarter Tikrikilla (tehsildar office) and 74km away from district headquarter Tura.

Kalajhar has its own place in the vibrant West Garo 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 Kalajhar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalajhar is 273318. Tikrikilla is nearest town to Kalajhar village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Kalajhar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 491 260 231
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 74 39 35
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 486 259 227
Literate Population 145 95 50
Illiterate Population 346 165 181

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

  • The total population of Kalajhar village is around 491, including approximately 260 males and 231 females, with a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 74 children aged 0–6 years in Kalajhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kalajhar village has 486 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kalajhar village is about 29.53%, with male literacy at 36.54% and female literacy at 21.65%.
  • There are around 89 households in Kalajhar village.

Connectivity of Kalajhar

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kalajhar

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kalajhar

Where is Kalajhar located?
Kalajhar village is situated in Tikrikilla Subdivision, within the West Garo Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kalajhar?
The pincode of Kalajhar is 794109, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kalajhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalajhar is 491, with 260 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Kalajhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kalajhar village has a total of 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalajhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalajhar is 29.53%. The male literacy rate is 36.54%, while the female literacy rate is 21.65%.