Kalran - Gharaunda, Karnal
Kalran is a village situated in the Gharaunda tehsil of Karnal district, Haryana. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gharaunda and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Karnal. Kalron serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalran is 059388. The village covers a total geographical area of 718 hectares and falls under the 132114 pincode. Gharaunda is the nearest town.
Kalran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gharaunda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karnal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalran
According to the 2011 Census, Kalran village had a total population of 6,336 people, including 3,372 males and 2,964 females, living in 1,198 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.65%, with male literacy at 74.32% and female literacy at 60.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,630.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,336 | 3,372 | 2,964 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 837 | 455 | 382 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,630 | 865 | 765 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,720 | 2,168 | 1,552 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,616 | 1,204 | 1,412 |
Nearby Villages of Kalran
Kalran 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 Kalran
Kalran is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kalran.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Karnal to Kalran is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalran 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kalran
Where is Kalran located?
Kalran village is located in Gharaunda Tehsil, Karnal district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalran?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalran is Kalron.
What is the pincode of Kalran?
The pincode of Kalran is 132114.
What is the population of Kalran?
Kalran had a total population of 6,336, including 3,372 males and 2,964 females.
How many households are there in Kalran?
Kalran had 1,198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalran was 67.65%. Male literacy was 74.32% and female literacy was 60.11%.