children while the men earn a living for the family. Education The RDF (Rural Development Foundation) is a non-governmental organization founded in 1996 that runs two schools in Kalleda: Kalleda Rural School and Vanitha Achutha Pai Junior College. RDF maintains the values of punctuality, honesty, and transparency. Kalleda Rural School consists of nursery school through 10th year students and the Junior College consists of 11th and 12th year students. Rammohan and Vandita Rao are the RDF members primarily responsible for managing the schools. The schools are noted for maintaining 50:50 female to male student ratios in an area where males tend to comprise the majority of students. Kalleda Rural School has several unique programs including a youth empowerment program and a student photoblog. Pai Junior College also developed a photoblog to showcase the culture of Kalleda. RDF schools are currently in the process of transitioning to English medium teaching from Telugu medium. Kalleda rural school is helped by many organization. Silver Oaks, Hyderabad helps it too. Business and Industry The majority of citizens are farmers and the main crops are rice and cotton. While most farmers are men, women play an important role in rice transplanting. Monsoon season, the rainy season in the late summer and early fall months, is the primary season for planting crops. Herders also play an important role in agriculture. It is their responsibility to lead the village water buffalo and goats to pasture each day. Other typical jobs include tailors, toddy tappers, carpenters, drivers, shop keepers, basket weavers, and teachers. Transportation Walking is the primary mode of transportation, followed by bicycles, motorcycles, and autos, which are similar to taxis. Villagers typically travel on buses for longer distance trips. Cars and larger vehicles are uncommon in Kalleda, but more prosperous families may sometimes have them. References External links Villages in Warangal district