Kalam
About Kalam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kalam village is 423326. Kalam village is located in Sadar tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Sadar (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Kalam village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 331 hectares. Kalam has a total population of 1,207 peoples, out of which male population is 606 while female population is 601. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 991 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kalam village is 57.42% out of which 70.79% males and 43.93% females are literate. There are about 327 houses in kalam village. Pincode of kalam village locality is 766001.
When it comes to administration, Kalam village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kalam village comes under Bhawanipatna Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to kalam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
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Population of Kalam
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,207 | 606 | 601 |
| Children (0-6) | 159 | 79 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 308 | 155 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 361 | 176 | 185 |
| Literate Population | 693 | 429 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 514 | 177 | 337 |
Connectivity of Kalam
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kalam
Where is Kalam located?
Kalam village is situated in Sadar Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalam?
Kalam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kalam?
The pincode of Kalam is 766001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kalam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalam is 1,207, with 606 males and 601 females.
How many households are there in Kalam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kalam village has a total of 327 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalam is 57.42%. The male literacy rate is 70.79%, while the female literacy rate is 43.93%.