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
As per Census 2011, Kalarama village has a total population of 136 people, consisting of 65 males and 71 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 1,092 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 21 literate and 115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 124 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalarama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 136 | 65 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 11 | 18 |
| 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 has a total population of 136, including 65 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Kalarama?
There are 30 households in Kalarama.
What is the literacy rate in Kalarama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalarama is 15.44%. Male literacy is 20.00% and female literacy is 11.27%.