Kalal Wala - Talwandi Sabo, Bathinda
Kalal Wala is a village situated in the Talwandi Sabo tehsil of Bathinda district, Punjab. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talwandi Sabo and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bathinda. Kalalwala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalal Wala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalal Wala is 035915. The village covers a total geographical area of 998 hectares and falls under the 151302 pincode. Talwandi Sabo is the nearest town.
Kalal Wala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bathinda urban Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bathinda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalal Wala
As per Census 2011, Kalal Wala village has a total population of 2,548 people, consisting of 1,344 males and 1,204 females. The village has 481 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 330 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,153 literate and 1,395 illiterate residents. Additionally, 581 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalal Wala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,548 | 1,344 | 1,204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 330 | 190 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 581 | 320 | 261 |
| Literate Population | 1,153 | 673 | 480 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,395 | 671 | 724 |
Nearby Villages of Kalal Wala
Kalal Wala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Golewala | North-East | 2.02 km |
| Raya | West | 2.58 km |
| Fatta Balu | South-East | 3.01 km |
| Kaura Wala | North | 3.19 km |
| Nathana | North-East | 4.46 km |
| Ghole Wala | North-West | 5.52 km |
| Mirziana | North | 5.60 km |
| Manuana | North | 6.62 km |
| Jaurkian | North-East | 7.70 km |
| Lehri | North | 7.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalal Wala
Kalal Wala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sukhchain, while the nearest airport is Hissar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bathinda to Kalal Wala is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalal Wala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalal Wala 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 Kalal Wala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalal Wala 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kalal Wala
Where is Kalal Wala located?
Kalal Wala village is located in Talwandi Sabo Tehsil, Bathinda district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalal Wala?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalal Wala is Kalalwala.
What is the pincode of Kalal Wala?
The pincode of Kalal Wala is 151302.
What is the population of Kalal Wala?
Kalal Wala has a total population of 2,548, including 1,344 males and 1,204 females.
How many households are there in Kalal Wala?
There are 481 households in Kalal Wala.
What is the literacy rate in Kalal Wala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalal Wala is 45.25%. Male literacy is 50.07% and female literacy is 39.87%.