Kalanga
Kalanga is a village located in Dhenkanal Sadar tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 55km away from sub-district headquarter Dhenkanal Sadar (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Kalanga village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kalanga unique in its vibrant Dhenkanal Sadar-Dhenkanal region. You’ll see Kalanga’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 Kalanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalanga is 403386. The village spans a total geographical area of 607 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759015. Dhenkanal is nearest town to Kalanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kalanga 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 Hindol Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kalanga
Population of Kalanga
According to the 2011 Census, Kalanga has a total population of about 1,971, with approximately 968 males and 1,003 females. The sex ratio is around 1036 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 255 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 550 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 88. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.73%, with male literacy at about 73.97% and female literacy near 61.71%. There are around 562 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalanga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,971 | 968 | 1,003 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 136 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 550 | 275 | 275 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 40 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 1,335 | 716 | 619 |
| Illiterate Population | 636 | 252 | 384 |
Connectivity of Kalanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalanga. As per the 2011 stats, Kalanga 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalanga
- Where is Kalanga located?
- Kalanga village is situated in Dhenkanal Sadar Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalanga?
- Kalanga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kalanga?
- The pincode of Kalanga is 759015, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalanga is 1,971, with 968 males and 1,003 females.
- How many households are there in Kalanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalanga village has a total of 562 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalanga is 67.73%. The male literacy rate is 73.97%, while the female literacy rate is 61.71%.