Kalakota - Bonakal, Khammam
Kalakota is a village situated in the Bonakal mandal of Khammam district, Telangana. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bonakal and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Khammam. Kalakota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalakota is 579842. The village covers a total geographical area of 1446 hectares and falls under the 507304 pincode. Khammam is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Kalakota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madira Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khammam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalakota
As per Census 2011, Kalakota village has a total population of 3,697 people, consisting of 1,832 males and 1,865 females. The village has 1,076 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 376 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,876 literate and 1,821 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,772 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalakota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,697 | 1,832 | 1,865 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 376 | 179 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,772 | 883 | 889 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,876 | 1,079 | 797 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,821 | 753 | 1,068 |
Nearby Villages of Kalakota
Kalakota 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 Kalakota
Kalakota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kalakota.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khammam to Kalakota is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalakota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalakota 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 Kalakota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalakota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalakota
Where is Kalakota located?
Kalakota village is located in Bonakal Mandal, Khammam district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalakota?
Kalakota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kalakota?
The pincode of Kalakota is 507304.
What is the population of Kalakota?
Kalakota has a total population of 3,697, including 1,832 males and 1,865 females.
How many households are there in Kalakota?
There are 1,076 households in Kalakota.
What is the literacy rate in Kalakota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalakota is 50.74%. Male literacy is 58.90% and female literacy is 42.73%.