Kalu - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Kalu is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Kalo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalu is 050518. The village covers a total geographical area of 203.63 hectares and falls under the 263632 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 72 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 Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalu
As per Census 2011, Kalu village has a total population of 404 people, consisting of 182 males and 222 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 1,219 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 252 literate and 152 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 404 | 182 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 30 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 50 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 252 | 132 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 50 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Kalu
Kalu 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 Kalu
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kalu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Kalu is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
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 2-5 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 Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalu is Kalo.
What is the pincode of Kalu?
The pincode of Kalu is 263632.
What is the population of Kalu?
Kalu has a total population of 404, including 182 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Kalu?
There are 83 households in Kalu.
What is the literacy rate in Kalu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalu is 62.38%. Male literacy is 72.53% and female literacy is 54.05%.