Kohar Kalan
Kohar Kalan is a village located in Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Shahkot (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Kohar Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kohar Kalan unique in its vibrant Shahkot-Jalandhar region. You’ll see Kohar 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 Kohar Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kohar Kalan is 029804. The village spans a total geographical area of 229.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144702. Shahkot is nearest town to Kohar Kalan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kohar Kalan
Population of Kohar Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Kohar Kalan has a total population of about 1,354, with approximately 738 males and 616 females. The sex ratio is around 834 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 538 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 67.28%, with male literacy at about 70.46% and female literacy near 63.47%. There are around 251 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kohar Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,354 | 738 | 616 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 89 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 538 | 297 | 241 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 911 | 520 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 443 | 218 | 225 |
Connectivity of Kohar Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kohar Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Kohar 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 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kohar Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kohar Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kohar Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kohar Kalan
- Where is Kohar Kalan located?
- Kohar Kalan village is situated in Shahkot Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kohar Kalan?
- Kohar Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kohar Kalan?
- The pincode of Kohar Kalan is 144702, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kohar Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kohar Kalan is 1,354, with 738 males and 616 females.
- How many households are there in Kohar Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kohar Kalan village has a total of 251 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kohar Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kohar Kalan is 67.28%. The male literacy rate is 70.46%, while the female literacy rate is 63.47%.