Kalta - Koida, Sundargarh
Kalta is a village situated in the Koida tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koida and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Kalta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalta is 384750. The village covers a total geographical area of 247 hectares and falls under the 770052 pincode. Barbil is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Kalta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalta
As per Census 2011, Kalta village has a total population of 2,532 people, consisting of 1,380 males and 1,152 females. The village has 611 households and a sex ratio of 834 females per 1,000 males. There are 348 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,733 literate and 799 illiterate residents. Additionally, 160 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,654 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,532 | 1,380 | 1,152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 348 | 178 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 160 | 86 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,654 | 862 | 792 |
| Literate Population | 1,733 | 1,070 | 663 |
| Illiterate Population | 799 | 310 | 489 |
Nearby Villages of Kalta
Kalta 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 Kalta
Kalta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Barbil to Kalta is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Kalta is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kalta
Where is Kalta located?
Kalta village is located in Koida Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalta?
Kalta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kalta?
The pincode of Kalta is 770052.
What is the population of Kalta?
Kalta has a total population of 2,532, including 1,380 males and 1,152 females.
How many households are there in Kalta?
There are 611 households in Kalta.
What is the literacy rate in Kalta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalta is 68.44%. Male literacy is 77.54% and female literacy is 57.55%.