Raja Kalan - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Raja Kalan is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Raja Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raja Kalan is 030834. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 144216 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
Raja Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raja Kalan
As per Census 2011, Raja Kalan village has a total population of 622 people, consisting of 310 males and 312 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 516 literate and 106 illiterate residents. Additionally, 474 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raja Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 622 | 310 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 39 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 474 | 234 | 240 |
| Literate Population | 516 | 259 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 51 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Raja Kalan
Raja Kalan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Raja Kalan
Raja Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Raja Kalan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Raja Kalan is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raja Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raja Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raja Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raja Kalan 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 Raja Kalan
Where is Raja Kalan located?
Raja Kalan village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raja Kalan?
Raja Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raja Kalan?
The pincode of Raja Kalan is 144216.
What is the population of Raja Kalan?
Raja Kalan has a total population of 622, including 310 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Raja Kalan?
There are 122 households in Raja Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Raja Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raja Kalan is 82.96%. Male literacy is 83.55% and female literacy is 82.37%.