Paju Kalan - Safidon, Jind
Paju Kalan is a village situated in the Safidon tehsil of Jind district, Haryana. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Safidon and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Jind. Pajju Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paju Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paju Kalan is 060224. The village covers a total geographical area of 346 hectares and falls under the 126112 pincode. Safidon is the nearest town.
Paju Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Safidon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sonipat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paju Kalan
As per Census 2011, Paju Kalan village has a total population of 3,452 people, consisting of 1,853 males and 1,599 females. The village has 630 households and a sex ratio of 862 females per 1,000 males. There are 533 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,000 literate and 1,452 illiterate residents. Additionally, 490 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paju Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,452 | 1,853 | 1,599 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 533 | 298 | 235 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 490 | 252 | 238 |
| Literate Population | 2,000 | 1,206 | 794 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,452 | 647 | 805 |
Nearby Villages of Paju Kalan
Paju Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paju Khurd | North-West | 1.59 km |
| Khera Khemawati | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Aftbagarh | North | 2.14 km |
| Rampura | South | 2.81 km |
| Dharamgarh | North-East | 2.86 km |
| Singhana | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Tehmalikpur | North | 4.14 km |
| Malikpur | North-East | 4.32 km |
| Danauli | North | 4.39 km |
| Sahanpur | East | 4.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paju Kalan
Paju Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Safidon, while the nearest airport is Karnal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jind to Paju Kalan is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paju Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paju Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paju Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paju Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paju Kalan
Where is Paju Kalan located?
Paju Kalan village is located in Safidon Tehsil, Jind district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paju Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Paju Kalan is Pajju Kalan.
What is the pincode of Paju Kalan?
The pincode of Paju Kalan is 126112.
What is the population of Paju Kalan?
Paju Kalan has a total population of 3,452, including 1,853 males and 1,599 females.
How many households are there in Paju Kalan?
There are 630 households in Paju Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Paju Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paju Kalan is 57.94%. Male literacy is 65.08% and female literacy is 49.66%.