Kalama - Surada, Ganjam
Kalama is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surada and around 119 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Gochha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalama is 410811. The village covers a total geographical area of 94 hectares and falls under the 761108 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Kalama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalama
As per Census 2011, Kalama village has a total population of 430 people, consisting of 222 males and 208 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 228 literate and 202 illiterate residents. Additionally, 295 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalama are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kalama
Kalama is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kalama
Kalama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to Kalama is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Kalama is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalama
Where is Kalama located?
Kalama village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalama?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalama is Gochha.
What is the pincode of Kalama?
The pincode of Kalama is 761108.
What is the population of Kalama?
Kalama has a total population of 430, including 222 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Kalama?
There are 108 households in Kalama.
What is the literacy rate in Kalama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalama is 53.02%. Male literacy is 68.47% and female literacy is 36.54%.