Kalanji
Kalanji is a village located in Ponneri taluka of Thiruvallur district in Tamil Nadu, India. Thiruvallur and Ponneri are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kalanji village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kattupalli is the gram panchayat of Kalanji village.
Here you can discover what makes Kalanji unique in its vibrant Ponneri-Thiruvallur region. You’ll see Kalanji’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 Kalanji
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalanji is 628691. The village spans a total geographical area of 457 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 600102. Minjur is nearest town to Kalanji village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kalanji
Population of Kalanji
According to the 2011 Census, Kalanji has a total population of about 260, with approximately 126 males and 134 females. The sex ratio is around 1063 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 45 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 195 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 55.77%, with male literacy at about 57.94% and female literacy near 53.73%. There are around 77 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalanji's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 260 | 126 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 27 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 96 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 145 | 73 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 53 | 62 |
Connectivity of Kalanji
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalanji. As per the 2011 stats, Kalanji had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 7 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalanji
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalanji helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalanji.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalanji
- Where is Kalanji located?
- Kalanji village is situated in Ponneri Taluka, within the Thiruvallur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalanji?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalanji is Kattupalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kalanji?
- The pincode of Kalanji is 600102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalanji as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalanji is 260, with 126 males and 134 females.
- How many households are there in Kalanji as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalanji village has a total of 77 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalanji as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalanji is 55.77%. The male literacy rate is 57.94%, while the female literacy rate is 53.73%.