Kalatunga
Kalatunga is a village located in Mahakalapada tehsil of Kendrapara district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Mahakalapada (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Kendrapara . As per 2009 stats, Gogua is the gram panchayat of Kalatunga village.
Here you can discover what makes Kalatunga unique in its vibrant Mahakalapada-Kendrapara region. You’ll see Kalatunga’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 Kalatunga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalatunga is 396995. The village spans a total geographical area of 394 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754245. Pattamundai is nearest town to Kalatunga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
Google Map of Kalatunga
Population of Kalatunga
According to the 2011 Census, Kalatunga has a total population of about 1,233, with approximately 620 males and 613 females. The sex ratio is around 988 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 220 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.26%, with male literacy at about 66.45% and female literacy near 47.96%. There are around 292 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalatunga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,233 | 620 | 613 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 105 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 706 | 412 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 527 | 208 | 319 |
Connectivity of Kalatunga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalatunga. As per the 2011 stats, Kalatunga 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 Kalatunga
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalatunga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalatunga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalatunga
- Where is Kalatunga located?
- Kalatunga village is situated in Mahakalapada Tehsil, within the Kendrapara district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalatunga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalatunga is Gogua (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kalatunga?
- The pincode of Kalatunga is 754245, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalatunga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalatunga is 1,233, with 620 males and 613 females.
- How many households are there in Kalatunga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalatunga village has a total of 292 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalatunga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalatunga is 57.26%. The male literacy rate is 66.45%, while the female literacy rate is 47.96%.