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.
Kalama has its own place in the vibrant Baleshwar 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Kalama 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kalama village:
- The total population of Kalama village is around 4,438, including approximately 2,254 males and 2,184 females, with a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 576 children aged 0–6 years in Kalama village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kalama village has 395 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,023 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kalama village is about 58.13%, with male literacy at 66.28% and female literacy at 49.73%.
- There are around 986 households in Kalama village.
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%.