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
According to the 2011 Census, Kalama village had a total population of 430 people, including 222 males and 208 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.32%, with male literacy at 77.55% and female literacy at 41.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 295, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 430, including 222 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Kalama?
Kalama had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalama was 60.32%. Male literacy was 77.55% and female literacy was 41.76%.