Dehlon
Dehlon is a village located in Ludhiana East tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Ludhiana (east) (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Dehlon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dehlon unique in its vibrant Ludhiana East-Ludhiana region. You’ll see Dehlon’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 Dehlon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dehlon is 033540. The village spans a total geographical area of 602 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 141418. Mullanpur Dakha is nearest town to Dehlon village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Dehlon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gill Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ludhiana Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dehlon
Population of Dehlon
According to the 2011 Census, Dehlon has a total population of about 5,190, with approximately 2,741 males and 2,449 females. The sex ratio is around 893 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 487 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,993 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 76.51%, with male literacy at about 79.20% and female literacy near 73.50%. There are around 1,026 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dehlon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,190 | 2,741 | 2,449 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 487 | 256 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,993 | 1,038 | 955 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,971 | 2,171 | 1,800 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,219 | 570 | 649 |
Connectivity of Dehlon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dehlon. As per the 2011 stats, Dehlon 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Dehlon
Knowing the nearby villages of Dehlon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dehlon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dehlon
- Where is Dehlon located?
- Dehlon village is situated in Ludhiana East Tehsil, within the Ludhiana district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dehlon?
- Dehlon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dehlon?
- The pincode of Dehlon is 141418, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dehlon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dehlon is 5,190, with 2,741 males and 2,449 females.
- How many households are there in Dehlon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dehlon village has a total of 1,026 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dehlon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dehlon is 76.51%. The male literacy rate is 79.20%, while the female literacy rate is 73.50%.