Dosanjh Kalan
Dosanjh Kalan is a village located in Phillaur tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Phillaur (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Dosanjh Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dosanjh Kalan unique in its vibrant Phillaur-Jalandhar region. You’ll see Dosanjh 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 Dosanjh Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dosanjh Kalan is 030175. The village spans a total geographical area of 503.23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144502. Goraya is nearest town to Dosanjh Kalan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dosanjh Kalan
Population of Dosanjh Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Dosanjh Kalan has a total population of about 3,883, with approximately 1,933 males and 1,950 females. The sex ratio is around 1008 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 389 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,773 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 73.63%, with male literacy at about 76.93% and female literacy near 70.36%. There are around 861 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dosanjh Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,883 | 1,933 | 1,950 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 192 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,773 | 880 | 893 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,859 | 1,487 | 1,372 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,024 | 446 | 578 |
Connectivity of Dosanjh Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dosanjh Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Dosanjh 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 Dosanjh Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Dosanjh Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dosanjh Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dosanjh Kalan
- Where is Dosanjh Kalan located?
- Dosanjh Kalan village is situated in Phillaur Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dosanjh Kalan?
- Dosanjh Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dosanjh Kalan?
- The pincode of Dosanjh Kalan is 144502, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dosanjh Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dosanjh Kalan is 3,883, with 1,933 males and 1,950 females.
- How many households are there in Dosanjh Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dosanjh Kalan village has a total of 861 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dosanjh Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dosanjh Kalan is 73.63%. The male literacy rate is 76.93%, while the female literacy rate is 70.36%.