Kaleke
Kaleke is a village located in Bagha Purana tehsil of Moga district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Bagha Purana (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Moga. As per 2009 stats, Kaleke village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kaleke unique in its vibrant Bagha Purana-Moga region. You’ll see Kaleke’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 Kaleke
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kaleke is 033938. The village spans a total geographical area of 1163 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 142038. Bagha Purana is nearest town to Kaleke village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kaleke village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhagha Purana Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Faridkot Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kaleke
Population of Kaleke
According to the 2011 Census, Kaleke has a total population of about 4,872, with approximately 2,568 males and 2,304 females. The sex ratio is around 897 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 507 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,446 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.62%, with male literacy at about 65.38% and female literacy near 57.42%. There are around 934 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kaleke's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,872 | 2,568 | 2,304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 507 | 262 | 245 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,446 | 771 | 675 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,002 | 1,679 | 1,323 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,870 | 889 | 981 |
Connectivity of Kaleke
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kaleke. As per the 2011 stats, Kaleke had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kaleke
Knowing the nearby villages of Kaleke helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kaleke.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kaleke
- Where is Kaleke located?
- Kaleke village is situated in Bagha Purana Tehsil, within the Moga district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kaleke?
- Kaleke serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kaleke?
- The pincode of Kaleke is 142038, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kaleke as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kaleke is 4,872, with 2,568 males and 2,304 females.
- How many households are there in Kaleke as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kaleke village has a total of 934 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kaleke as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kaleke is 61.62%. The male literacy rate is 65.38%, while the female literacy rate is 57.42%.