Kalta
Kalta is a village located in Keshiary subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Keshiary are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kalta village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kusumpur is the gram panchayat of Kalta village.
Here you can discover what makes Kalta unique in its vibrant Keshiary-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Kalta’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 Kalta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalta is 343500. The village spans a total geographical area of 5.26 hectares. Kharagpur is nearest town to Kalta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.
Google Map of Kalta
Population of Kalta
According to the 2011 Census, Kalta has a total population of about 127, with approximately 67 males and 60 females. The sex ratio is around 895 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 13 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 42 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 83. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.68%, with male literacy at about 80.60% and female literacy near 85.00%. There are around 32 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 127 | 67 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 11 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 44 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 54 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 13 | 9 |
Connectivity of Kalta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalta. As per the 2011 stats, Kalta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalta
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalta
- Where is Kalta located?
- Kalta village is situated in Keshiary Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalta is Kusumpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kalta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalta is 127, with 67 males and 60 females.
- How many households are there in Kalta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalta village has a total of 32 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalta is 82.68%. The male literacy rate is 80.60%, while the female literacy rate is 85.00%.