Ghanga Kalan
Ghanga Kalan is a village located in Jalalabad tehsil of Firozpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Jalalabad (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Firozpur. As per 2009 stats, Ghanga Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ghanga Kalan unique in its vibrant Jalalabad-Firozpur region. You’ll see Ghanga 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 Ghanga Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghanga Kalan is 034937. The village spans a total geographical area of 1252.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 152024. Jalalabad is nearest town to Ghanga Kalan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Ghanga Kalan
Population of Ghanga Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Ghanga Kalan has a total population of about 1,933, with approximately 1,047 males and 886 females. The sex ratio is around 846 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 227 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 441 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 55.35%, with male literacy at about 57.59% and female literacy near 52.71%. There are around 372 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghanga Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,933 | 1,047 | 886 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 147 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 441 | 251 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,070 | 603 | 467 |
| Illiterate Population | 863 | 444 | 419 |
Connectivity of Ghanga Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghanga Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Ghanga 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 Ghanga Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghanga Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghanga Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghanga Kalan
- Where is Ghanga Kalan located?
- Ghanga Kalan village is situated in Jalalabad Tehsil, within the Firozpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghanga Kalan?
- Ghanga Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ghanga Kalan?
- The pincode of Ghanga Kalan is 152024, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghanga Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghanga Kalan is 1,933, with 1,047 males and 886 females.
- How many households are there in Ghanga Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghanga Kalan village has a total of 372 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghanga Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghanga Kalan is 55.35%. The male literacy rate is 57.59%, while the female literacy rate is 52.71%.