Kalha

Kalha is a village located in Bagmundi subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.7km away from sub-district headquarter Pathardihi (tehsildar office) and 44.4km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Ajodhya is the gram panchayat of Kalha village.

Kalha has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kalha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalha is 331588. The village spans a total geographical area of 302.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723152. Balarampur is nearest town to Kalha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 39km away.

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Population of Kalha

Below is a concise population overview of Kalha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 422 208 214
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 80 43 37
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 422 208 214
Literate Population 109 79 30
Illiterate Population 313 129 184

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kalha village:

  • The total population of Kalha village is around 422, including approximately 208 males and 214 females, with a sex ratio of 1028 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 80 children aged 0–6 years in Kalha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kalha village has 422 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kalha village is about 25.83%, with male literacy at 37.98% and female literacy at 14.02%.
  • There are around 79 households in Kalha village.

Connectivity of Kalha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalha. As per the 2011 stats, Kalha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kalha

Knowing the nearby villages of Kalha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalha.

Kushumtikri Hesadi Saharjuri Bongada Sonahara Bhunighra Telia Bhasa Saldi Bhitpani Alkusi Kurupahar

Frequently Asked Questions about Kalha

Where is Kalha located?
Kalha village is situated in Bagmundi Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalha?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalha is Ajodhya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kalha?
The pincode of Kalha is 723152, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kalha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalha is 422, with 208 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Kalha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kalha village has a total of 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalha is 25.83%. The male literacy rate is 37.98%, while the female literacy rate is 14.02%.