Kanian Kalan
Kanian Kalan is a village located in Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Shahkot (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Kanian Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanian Kalan unique in its vibrant Shahkot-Jalandhar region. You’ll see Kanian 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 Kanian Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanian Kalan is 029819. The village spans a total geographical area of 350.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144703. Shahkot is nearest town to Kanian Kalan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kanian Kalan
Population of Kanian Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Kanian Kalan has a total population of about 1,230, with approximately 651 males and 579 females. The sex ratio is around 889 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 140 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 678 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 63.33%, with male literacy at about 67.74% and female literacy near 58.38%. There are around 245 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanian Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,230 | 651 | 579 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 76 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 678 | 353 | 325 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 779 | 441 | 338 |
| Illiterate Population | 451 | 210 | 241 |
Connectivity of Kanian Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanian Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Kanian 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 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanian Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanian Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanian Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanian Kalan
- Where is Kanian Kalan located?
- Kanian Kalan village is situated in Shahkot Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanian Kalan?
- Kanian Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanian Kalan?
- The pincode of Kanian Kalan is 144703, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanian Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanian Kalan is 1,230, with 651 males and 579 females.
- How many households are there in Kanian Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanian Kalan village has a total of 245 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanian Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanian Kalan is 63.33%. The male literacy rate is 67.74%, while the female literacy rate is 58.38%.