Kalamchatara - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Kalamchatara is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Osakana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalamchatara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalamchatara is 398388. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 754119 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kalamchatara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalamchatara
According to the 2011 Census, Kalamchatara village had a total population of 24 people, including 14 males and 10 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 714 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.61%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 60.00%.
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 | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 13 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 1 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Kalamchatara
Kalamchatara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanapanitira | North-East | 0.41 km |
| Khalagan | West | 1.03 km |
| Osakana | North-East | 1.10 km |
| Apandara | South | 1.26 km |
| Anianka | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Praharajpur | East | 1.80 km |
| Sonaosokana | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Sova | North-West | 2.13 km |
| Santarapur | East | 2.15 km |
| Paikarapur | East | 2.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalamchatara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kalamchatara. The nearest railway station is Jhankad Sarala Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Kalamchatara is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalamchatara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalamchatara 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 Kalamchatara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalamchatara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalamchatara
Where is Kalamchatara located?
Kalamchatara village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalamchatara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalamchatara is Osakana.
What is the pincode of Kalamchatara?
The pincode of Kalamchatara is 754119.
What is the population of Kalamchatara?
Kalamchatara had a total population of 24, including 14 males and 10 females.
How many households are there in Kalamchatara?
Kalamchatara had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalamchatara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalamchatara was 82.61%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 60.00%.