Kalajhingar
Kalajhingar is a village located in Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Dasua (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Kala Jhingar is the gram panchayat of Kalajhingar village.
Here you can discover what makes Kalajhingar unique in its vibrant Dasua-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Kalajhingar’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 Kalajhingar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalajhingar is 030820. The village spans a total geographical area of 99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144205. Dasua is nearest town to Kalajhingar village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kalajhingar
Population of Kalajhingar
According to the 2011 Census, Kalajhingar has a total population of about 344, with approximately 175 males and 169 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 38 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 138 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 77.33%, with male literacy at about 82.29% and female literacy near 72.19%. There are around 72 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalajhingar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 344 | 175 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 70 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 266 | 144 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 31 | 47 |
Connectivity of Kalajhingar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalajhingar. As per the 2011 stats, Kalajhingar 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 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalajhingar
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalajhingar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalajhingar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalajhingar
- Where is Kalajhingar located?
- Kalajhingar village is situated in Dasua Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalajhingar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalajhingar is Kala Jhingar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kalajhingar?
- The pincode of Kalajhingar is 144205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalajhingar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalajhingar is 344, with 175 males and 169 females.
- How many households are there in Kalajhingar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalajhingar village has a total of 72 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalajhingar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalajhingar is 77.33%. The male literacy rate is 82.29%, while the female literacy rate is 72.19%.