Kalas - Taranagar, Churu
Kalas is a village situated in the Taranagar tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Taranagar and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Loonas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalas is 070011. The village covers a total geographical area of 2125 hectares and falls under the 331304 pincode. Taranagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kalas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kalas
According to the 2011 Census, Kalas village had a total population of 1,703 people, including 868 males and 835 females, living in 317 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.39%, with male literacy at 73.39% and female literacy at 50.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 463, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,703 | 868 | 835 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 124 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 463 | 226 | 237 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 909 | 546 | 363 |
| Illiterate Population | 794 | 322 | 472 |
Nearby Villages of Kalas
Kalas 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 Kalas
Public transport in the Kalas is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Taranagar to Kalas is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Kalas is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalas 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 Kalas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalas
Where is Kalas located?
Kalas village is located in Taranagar Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kalas?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalas is Loonas.
What is the pincode of Kalas?
The pincode of Kalas is 331304.
What is the population of Kalas?
Kalas had a total population of 1,703, including 868 males and 835 females.
How many households are there in Kalas?
Kalas had 317 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalas was 62.39%. Male literacy was 73.39% and female literacy was 50.91%.