Kalarama - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Kalarama is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Hanumantpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalarama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalarama is 425097. The village covers a total geographical area of 120 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Kalarama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalarama
According to the 2011 Census, Kalarama village had a total population of 136 people, including 65 males and 71 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,092 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.63%, with male literacy at 24.07% and female literacy at 15.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 124.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 136 | 65 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 11 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 59 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 52 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Kalarama
Kalarama is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kalarama
Public transport in the Kalarama is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gudari to Kalarama is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kalarama is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalarama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalarama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalarama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalarama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kalarama
Where is Kalarama located?
Kalarama village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kalarama?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalarama is Hanumantpur.
What is the pincode of Kalarama?
The pincode of Kalarama is 765020.
What is the population of Kalarama?
Kalarama had a total population of 136, including 65 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Kalarama?
Kalarama had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalarama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalarama was 19.63%. Male literacy was 24.07% and female literacy was 15.09%.