Saila Kalan
Saila Kalan is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Saila Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Saila Kalan unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Saila 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 Saila Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Saila Kalan is 031930. The village spans a total geographical area of 275 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144529. Garhshankar is nearest town to Saila Kalan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Saila Kalan
Population of Saila Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Saila Kalan has a total population of about 1,410, with approximately 723 males and 687 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 170 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 691 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 74.61%, with male literacy at about 76.49% and female literacy near 72.63%. There are around 294 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Saila Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,410 | 723 | 687 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 104 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 691 | 352 | 339 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,052 | 553 | 499 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 170 | 188 |
Connectivity of Saila Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Saila Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Saila 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Saila Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Saila Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Saila Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Saila Kalan
- Where is Saila Kalan located?
- Saila Kalan village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Saila Kalan?
- Saila Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Saila Kalan?
- The pincode of Saila Kalan is 144529, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Saila Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Saila Kalan is 1,410, with 723 males and 687 females.
- How many households are there in Saila Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Saila Kalan village has a total of 294 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Saila Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Saila Kalan is 74.61%. The male literacy rate is 76.49%, while the female literacy rate is 72.63%.