Kalama
Kalama is a village located in Surada tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Surada (tehsildar office) and 119km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Gochha is the gram panchayat of Kalama village.
Kalama has its own place in the vibrant Ganjam 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 410811. The village spans a total geographical area of 94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761151. Surada is nearest town to Kalama village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km 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 | 430 | 222 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 295 | 153 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 228 | 152 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 70 | 132 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kalama village:
- The total population of Kalama village is around 430, including approximately 222 males and 208 females, with a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 52 children aged 0–6 years in Kalama village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kalama village has 295 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 9 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kalama village is about 53.02%, with male literacy at 68.47% and female literacy at 36.54%.
- There are around 108 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 village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| 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 Surada Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalama?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalama is Gochha (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 761151, 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 430, with 222 males and 208 females.
- How many households are there in Kalama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalama village has a total of 108 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalama as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalama is 53.02%. The male literacy rate is 68.47%, while the female literacy rate is 36.54%.