Wadala Kalan
Wadala Kalan is a village located in Baba Bakala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Baba Bakala (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Wadala Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Wadala Kalan unique in its vibrant Baba Bakala-Amritsar region. You’ll see Wadala 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 Wadala Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wadala Kalan is 037807. The village spans a total geographical area of 889 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143201. Rayya is nearest town to Wadala Kalan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Wadala Kalan
Population of Wadala Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Wadala Kalan has a total population of about 5,028, with approximately 2,646 males and 2,382 females. The sex ratio is around 900 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 560 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,631 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 66.29%, with male literacy at about 69.80% and female literacy near 62.38%. There are around 888 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wadala Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,028 | 2,646 | 2,382 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 560 | 316 | 244 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,631 | 873 | 758 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,333 | 1,847 | 1,486 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,695 | 799 | 896 |
Connectivity of Wadala Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wadala Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Wadala Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Wadala Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Wadala Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wadala Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wadala Kalan
- Where is Wadala Kalan located?
- Wadala Kalan village is situated in Baba Bakala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wadala Kalan?
- Wadala Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Wadala Kalan?
- The pincode of Wadala Kalan is 143201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Wadala Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wadala Kalan is 5,028, with 2,646 males and 2,382 females.
- How many households are there in Wadala Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wadala Kalan village has a total of 888 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wadala Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wadala Kalan is 66.29%. The male literacy rate is 69.80%, while the female literacy rate is 62.38%.