Kalonda - Dadri, Gautam Buddha Nagar
Kalonda is a village situated in the Dadri tehsil of Gautam Buddha Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. Kalonda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalonda is 120196. The village covers a total geographical area of 489.61 hectares and falls under the 203207 pincode.
Kalonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dadri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gautam Buddha Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalonda
As per Census 2011, Kalonda village has a total population of 9,910 people, consisting of 5,143 males and 4,767 females. The village has 1,371 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,215 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,178 literate and 5,732 illiterate residents. Additionally, 452 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 80 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalonda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,910 | 5,143 | 4,767 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,215 | 1,155 | 1,060 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 452 | 247 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 43 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 4,178 | 2,675 | 1,503 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,732 | 2,468 | 3,264 |
Nearby Villages of Kalonda
Kalonda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gesupur | East | 2.46 km |
| Chholas | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Chhayansa | South | 2.70 km |
| Parpa | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Lauthor | South | 3.23 km |
| Jarcha | North-West | 3.66 km |
| Noorpur | West | 3.76 km |
| Aurangabad | North-West | 3.89 km |
| Samana | North | 3.92 km |
| Daya Nagar | South | 4.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalonda
Kalonda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ajaibpur, while the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Kalonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalonda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalonda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kalonda
Where is Kalonda located?
Kalonda village is located in Dadri Tehsil, Gautam Buddha Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalonda?
Kalonda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kalonda?
The pincode of Kalonda is 203207.
What is the population of Kalonda?
Kalonda has a total population of 9,910, including 5,143 males and 4,767 females.
How many households are there in Kalonda?
There are 1,371 households in Kalonda.
What is the literacy rate in Kalonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalonda is 42.16%. Male literacy is 52.01% and female literacy is 31.53%.