Sarhala Kalan
Sarhala Kalan is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Sarhala Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sarhala Kalan unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Sarhala 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 Sarhala Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarhala Kalan is 031772. The village spans a total geographical area of 399 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 146001. Garhshankar is nearest town to Sarhala Kalan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sarhala Kalan
Population of Sarhala Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Sarhala Kalan has a total population of about 1,852, with approximately 954 males and 898 females. The sex ratio is around 941 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 209 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 998 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 67.01%, with male literacy at about 70.34% and female literacy near 63.47%. There are around 377 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sarhala Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,852 | 954 | 898 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 103 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 998 | 505 | 493 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,241 | 671 | 570 |
| Illiterate Population | 611 | 283 | 328 |
Connectivity of Sarhala Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sarhala Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Sarhala Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sarhala Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Sarhala Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sarhala Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sarhala Kalan
- Where is Sarhala Kalan located?
- Sarhala Kalan village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sarhala Kalan?
- Sarhala Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sarhala Kalan?
- The pincode of Sarhala Kalan is 146001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sarhala Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarhala Kalan is 1,852, with 954 males and 898 females.
- How many households are there in Sarhala Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sarhala Kalan village has a total of 377 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sarhala Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarhala Kalan is 67.01%. The male literacy rate is 70.34%, while the female literacy rate is 63.47%.