Kuhal Kalan
Kuhal Kalan is a village located in Bishnah tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Bishnah (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Pachail is the gram panchayat of Kuhal Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Kuhal Kalan unique in its vibrant Bishnah-Jammu region. You’ll see Kuhal Kalan’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 Kuhal Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kuhal Kalan is 006254. The village spans a total geographical area of 120.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181131. Arnia is nearest town to Kuhal Kalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kuhal Kalan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bishnah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jammu Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kuhal Kalan
Population of Kuhal Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Kuhal Kalan has a total population of about 1,404, with approximately 747 males and 657 females. The sex ratio is around 879 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 196 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 22 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.72%, with male literacy at about 72.56% and female literacy near 70.78%. There are around 297 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kuhal Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,404 | 747 | 657 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 136 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,007 | 542 | 465 |
| Illiterate Population | 397 | 205 | 192 |
Connectivity of Kuhal Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kuhal Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Kuhal Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kuhal Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kuhal Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kuhal Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kuhal Kalan
- Where is Kuhal Kalan located?
- Kuhal Kalan village is situated in Bishnah Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kuhal Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kuhal Kalan is Pachail (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kuhal Kalan?
- The pincode of Kuhal Kalan is 181131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kuhal Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kuhal Kalan is 1,404, with 747 males and 657 females.
- How many households are there in Kuhal Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kuhal Kalan village has a total of 297 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kuhal Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kuhal Kalan is 71.72%. The male literacy rate is 72.56%, while the female literacy rate is 70.78%.