Kalana

Kalana is a village located in Kuakhia tehsil of Jajapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kuakhia (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Jajapur . As per 2009 stats, Kalana village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Kalana unique in its vibrant Kuakhia-Jajapur region. You’ll see Kalana’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 Kalana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalana is 401563. The village spans a total geographical area of 123 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 755008. Jajapur is nearest town to Kalana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kalana 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 Dharmasala Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jajpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kalana

According to the 2011 Census, Kalana has a total population of about 2,195, with approximately 1,088 males and 1,107 females. The sex ratio is around 1017 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 221 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 810 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 22. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.80%, with male literacy at about 80.15% and female literacy near 65.58%. There are around 471 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,195 1,088 1,107
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 221 121 100
Scheduled Castes (SC) 810 404 406
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 22 10 12
Literate Population 1,598 872 726
Illiterate Population 597 216 381

Connectivity of Kalana

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalana. As per the 2011 stats, Kalana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kalana

Knowing the nearby villages of Kalana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalana.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kalana

Where is Kalana located?
Kalana village is situated in Kuakhia Tehsil, within the Jajapur district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalana?
Kalana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kalana?
The pincode of Kalana is 755008, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kalana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalana is 2,195, with 1,088 males and 1,107 females.
How many households are there in Kalana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kalana village has a total of 471 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalana is 72.80%. The male literacy rate is 80.15%, while the female literacy rate is 65.58%.