Kalra
Kalra is a village located in Jalandhar I tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Jalandhar - I (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Kalra village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kalra unique in its vibrant Jalandhar I-Jalandhar region. You’ll see Kalra’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 Kalra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalra is 030282. The village spans a total geographical area of 466 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144104. Adampur is nearest town to Kalra village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kalra
Population of Kalra
According to the 2011 Census, Kalra has a total population of about 2,019, with approximately 1,020 males and 999 females. The sex ratio is around 979 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 160 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 600 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 80.93%, with male literacy at about 86.18% and female literacy near 75.58%. There are around 486 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,019 | 1,020 | 999 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 72 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 600 | 322 | 278 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,634 | 879 | 755 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 141 | 244 |
Connectivity of Kalra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalra. As per the 2011 stats, Kalra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalra
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalra
- Where is Kalra located?
- Kalra village is situated in Jalandhar I Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalra?
- Kalra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kalra?
- The pincode of Kalra is 144104, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalra is 2,019, with 1,020 males and 999 females.
- How many households are there in Kalra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalra village has a total of 486 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalra is 80.93%. The male literacy rate is 86.18%, while the female literacy rate is 75.58%.