Jalalpur Kalan - Shahkot, Jalandhar
Jalalpur Kalan is a village situated in the Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahkot and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Jalalpur Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalalpur Kalan is 029766. The village covers a total geographical area of 152 hectares and falls under the 144702 pincode. Lohian Khass is the nearest town.
Jalalpur Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jalalpur Kalan
As per Census 2011, Jalalpur Kalan village has a total population of 794 people, consisting of 414 males and 380 females. The village has 154 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 537 literate and 257 illiterate residents. Additionally, 279 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jalalpur Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 794 | 414 | 380 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 54 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 279 | 155 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 537 | 290 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 124 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Jalalpur Kalan
Jalalpur Kalan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jalalpur Kalan
Jalalpur Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Jalalpur Kalan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Jalalpur Kalan is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalalpur Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalalpur Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jalalpur Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalalpur Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jalalpur Kalan
Where is Jalalpur Kalan located?
Jalalpur Kalan village is located in Shahkot Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalalpur Kalan?
Jalalpur Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jalalpur Kalan?
The pincode of Jalalpur Kalan is 144702.
What is the population of Jalalpur Kalan?
Jalalpur Kalan has a total population of 794, including 414 males and 380 females.
How many households are there in Jalalpur Kalan?
There are 154 households in Jalalpur Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Jalalpur Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalalpur Kalan is 67.63%. Male literacy is 70.05% and female literacy is 65.00%.