Kalama
Kalama is a village located in Raibania tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Raibania (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Baradiha is the gram panchayat of Kalama village.
Here you can discover what makes Kalama unique in its vibrant Raibania-Baleshwar region. You’ll see Kalama’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kalama
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalama is 391409. The village spans a total geographical area of 1314 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756033. Jaleswar is nearest town to Kalama village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Kalama
Population of Kalama
According to the 2011 Census, Kalama has a total population of about 4,438, with approximately 2,254 males and 2,184 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 576 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 395 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,023. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.13%, with male literacy at about 66.28% and female literacy near 49.73%. There are around 986 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalama's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,438 | 2,254 | 2,184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 576 | 305 | 271 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 395 | 195 | 200 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,023 | 1,031 | 992 |
| Literate Population | 2,580 | 1,494 | 1,086 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,858 | 760 | 1,098 |
Connectivity of Kalama
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalama. As per the 2011 stats, Kalama 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 Kalama
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalama helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalama.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalama
- Where is Kalama located?
- Kalama village is situated in Raibania Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalama?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalama is Baradiha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kalama?
- The pincode of Kalama is 756033, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalama is 4,438, with 2,254 males and 2,184 females.
- How many households are there in Kalama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalama village has a total of 986 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalama as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalama is 58.13%. The male literacy rate is 66.28%, while the female literacy rate is 49.73%.