Kalama
Kalama is a village located in Baisinga tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Baisinga (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Kalama village is also a gram panchayat.
Kalama has its own place in the vibrant Mayurbhanj region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kalama
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalama is 390433. The village spans a total geographical area of 380 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 757082. Baleshwar is nearest town to Kalama village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kalama
Population of Kalama
Below is a concise population overview of Kalama as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,773 | 1,357 | 1,416 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 395 | 215 | 180 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 770 | 382 | 388 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,133 | 537 | 596 |
Literate Population | 1,737 | 910 | 827 |
Illiterate Population | 1,036 | 447 | 589 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kalama village:
- The total population of Kalama village is around 2,773, including approximately 1,357 males and 1,416 females, with a sex ratio of 1043 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 395 children aged 0–6 years in Kalama village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kalama village has 770 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,133 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kalama village is about 62.64%, with male literacy at 67.06% and female literacy at 58.40%.
- There are around 568 households in Kalama village.
Connectivity of Kalama
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalama. As per the 2011 stats, Kalama had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalama
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalama helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalama.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalama
- Where is Kalama located?
- Kalama village is situated in Baisinga Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalama?
- Kalama serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kalama?
- The pincode of Kalama is 757082, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalama is 2,773, with 1,357 males and 1,416 females.
- How many households are there in Kalama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalama village has a total of 568 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalama as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalama is 62.64%. The male literacy rate is 67.06%, while the female literacy rate is 58.40%.