Kalak
Kalak is a village located in Ludhiana East tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Ludhiana (east) (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Kalakh is the gram panchayat of Kalak village.
Here you can discover what makes Kalak unique in its vibrant Ludhiana East-Ludhiana region. You’ll see Kalak’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 Kalak
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalak is 033538. The village spans a total geographical area of 598 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 141204. Mullanpur Dakha is nearest town to Kalak village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kalak 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 Kalak
Population of Kalak
According to the 2011 Census, Kalak has a total population of about 2,493, with approximately 1,343 males and 1,150 females. The sex ratio is around 856 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 207 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 814 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 74.53%, with male literacy at about 79.52% and female literacy near 68.70%. There are around 489 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalak's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,493 | 1,343 | 1,150 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 109 | 98 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 814 | 449 | 365 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,858 | 1,068 | 790 |
Illiterate Population | 635 | 275 | 360 |
Connectivity of Kalak
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalak. As per the 2011 stats, Kalak had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalak
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalak
- Where is Kalak located?
- Kalak village is situated in Ludhiana East Tehsil, within the Ludhiana district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalak?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalak is Kalakh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kalak?
- The pincode of Kalak is 141204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalak is 2,493, with 1,343 males and 1,150 females.
- How many households are there in Kalak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalak village has a total of 489 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalak as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalak is 74.53%. The male literacy rate is 79.52%, while the female literacy rate is 68.70%.