Kot Kalan
Kot Kalan is a village located in Jalandhar I tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Jalandhar - I (tehsildar office) and 8km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Kot Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kot Kalan unique in its vibrant Jalandhar I-Jalandhar region. You’ll see Kot 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 Kot Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kot Kalan is 030259. The village spans a total geographical area of 231.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144024. Jalandhar is nearest town to Kot Kalan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kot Kalan
Population of Kot Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Kot Kalan has a total population of about 1,643, with approximately 837 males and 806 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 147 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 859 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 73.40%, with male literacy at about 79.33% and female literacy near 67.25%. There are around 372 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kot Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,643 | 837 | 806 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 72 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 859 | 437 | 422 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,206 | 664 | 542 |
| Illiterate Population | 437 | 173 | 264 |
Connectivity of Kot Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kot Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Kot 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 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kot Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kot Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kot Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kot Kalan
- Where is Kot Kalan located?
- Kot Kalan village is situated in Jalandhar I Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kot Kalan?
- Kot Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kot Kalan?
- The pincode of Kot Kalan is 144024, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kot Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kot Kalan is 1,643, with 837 males and 806 females.
- How many households are there in Kot Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kot Kalan village has a total of 372 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kot Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kot Kalan is 73.40%. The male literacy rate is 79.33%, while the female literacy rate is 67.25%.