Kang Kalan
Kang Kalan is a village located in Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Shahkot (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Kang Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kang Kalan unique in its vibrant Shahkot-Jalandhar region. You’ll see Kang 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 Kang Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kang Kalan is 029757. The village spans a total geographical area of 314 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144629. Lohian Khass is nearest town to Kang Kalan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kang Kalan
Population of Kang Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Kang Kalan has a total population of about 1,239, with approximately 638 males and 601 females. The sex ratio is around 942 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 137 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 346 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 68.52%, with male literacy at about 71.47% and female literacy near 65.39%. There are around 260 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kang Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,239 | 638 | 601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 76 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 346 | 187 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 849 | 456 | 393 |
| Illiterate Population | 390 | 182 | 208 |
Connectivity of Kang Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kang Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Kang 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 Kang Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kang Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kang Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kang Kalan
- Where is Kang Kalan located?
- Kang Kalan village is situated in Shahkot Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kang Kalan?
- Kang Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kang Kalan?
- The pincode of Kang Kalan is 144629, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kang Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kang Kalan is 1,239, with 638 males and 601 females.
- How many households are there in Kang Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kang Kalan village has a total of 260 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kang Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kang Kalan is 68.52%. The male literacy rate is 71.47%, while the female literacy rate is 65.39%.