Kalu - Lunkaransar, Bikaner
Kalu is a village situated in the Lunkaransar tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lunkaransar and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Kaloo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalu is 069323. The village covers a total geographical area of 13318.27 hectares and falls under the 334602 pincode. Bikaner is the nearest town, located about 92 km away.
Kalu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lunkaransar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bikaner Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalu
As per Census 2011, Kalu village has a total population of 10,334 people, consisting of 5,266 males and 5,068 females. The village has 1,684 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,709 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,649 literate and 4,685 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,502 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,334 | 5,266 | 5,068 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,709 | 873 | 836 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,502 | 777 | 725 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 5,649 | 3,359 | 2,290 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,685 | 1,907 | 2,778 |
Nearby Villages of Kalu
Kalu is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Basi Chadwan | South-West | 6.62 km |
| Jogiya Basti | West | 7.50 km |
| Unchgadesar | North-West | 7.94 km |
| Bhanipura | South | 8.78 km |
| Nathusar | South-East | 9.37 km |
| Rajpura Hudan | North-East | 9.69 km |
| Kisanasar | North | 9.80 km |
| Bas Karnisar | South-East | 9.98 km |
| Kalvas | North-West | 10.02 km |
| Khaphrsar | South-East | 10.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalu
Kalu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lunkaransar, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.5 km.
| 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 Bikaner to Kalu is about 92 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalu
Where is Kalu located?
Kalu village is located in Lunkaransar Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalu is Kaloo.
What is the pincode of Kalu?
The pincode of Kalu is 334602.
What is the population of Kalu?
Kalu has a total population of 10,334, including 5,266 males and 5,068 females.
How many households are there in Kalu?
There are 1,684 households in Kalu.
What is the literacy rate in Kalu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalu is 54.66%. Male literacy is 63.79% and female literacy is 45.19%.