Kalanda
Kalanda is a village located in Kendujhar Sadar tehsil of Kendujhar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Kendujhar Sadar (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Kendujhar. As per 2009 stats, Parjanpur is the gram panchayat of Kalanda village.
Here you can discover what makes Kalanda unique in its vibrant Kendujhar Sadar-Kendujhar region. You’ll see Kalanda’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 Kalanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalanda is 385984. The village spans a total geographical area of 218 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 758031. Kendujhar is nearest town to Kalanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
Google Map of Kalanda
Population of Kalanda
According to the 2011 Census, Kalanda has a total population of about 770, with approximately 362 males and 408 females. The sex ratio is around 1127 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 120 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 42 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 105. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.13%, with male literacy at about 57.73% and female literacy near 43.38%. There are around 173 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 770 | 362 | 408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 62 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 105 | 50 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 386 | 209 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 153 | 231 |
Connectivity of Kalanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalanda. As per the 2011 stats, Kalanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalanda
- Where is Kalanda located?
- Kalanda village is situated in Kendujhar Sadar Tehsil, within the Kendujhar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalanda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalanda is Parjanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kalanda?
- The pincode of Kalanda is 758031, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalanda is 770, with 362 males and 408 females.
- How many households are there in Kalanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalanda village has a total of 173 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalanda is 50.13%. The male literacy rate is 57.73%, while the female literacy rate is 43.38%.