Kakar Kalan
Kakar Kalan is a village located in Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Shahkot (tehsildar office) and 69km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Kakar Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kakar Kalan unique in its vibrant Shahkot-Jalandhar region. You’ll see Kakar 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 Kakar Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kakar Kalan is 029755. The village spans a total geographical area of 320 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144629. Lohian Khass is nearest town to Kakar Kalan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kakar Kalan
Population of Kakar Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Kakar Kalan has a total population of about 1,135, with approximately 570 males and 565 females. The sex ratio is around 991 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 124 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 360 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 67.22%, with male literacy at about 70.18% and female literacy near 64.25%. There are around 210 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kakar Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,135 | 570 | 565 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 67 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 360 | 184 | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 763 | 400 | 363 |
| Illiterate Population | 372 | 170 | 202 |
Connectivity of Kakar Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kakar Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Kakar 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 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kakar Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kakar Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kakar Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kakar Kalan
- Where is Kakar Kalan located?
- Kakar Kalan village is situated in Shahkot Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kakar Kalan?
- Kakar Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kakar Kalan?
- The pincode of Kakar Kalan is 144629, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kakar Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kakar Kalan is 1,135, with 570 males and 565 females.
- How many households are there in Kakar Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kakar Kalan village has a total of 210 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kakar Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kakar Kalan is 67.22%. The male literacy rate is 70.18%, while the female literacy rate is 64.25%.