Silon Kalan - Ludhiana (East), Ludhiana
Silon Kalan is a village situated in the Ludhiana (East) tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ludhiana (east) and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Silon Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silon Kalan is 033513. The village covers a total geographical area of 217 hectares and falls under the 141206 pincode. Sahnewal is the nearest town.
Silon Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gill Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ludhiana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silon Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Silon Kalan village had a total population of 1,302 people, including 699 males and 603 females, living in 258 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.74%, with male literacy at 85.14% and female literacy at 77.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 366.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,302 | 699 | 603 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 73 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 366 | 188 | 178 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 958 | 533 | 425 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 166 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Silon Kalan
Silon Kalan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Silon Khurd | South-West | 1.16 km |
| Paddi | North | 1.48 km |
| Giddari | South-East | 2.52 km |
| Bhutta | South-West | 2.94 km |
| Doburji | East | 2.96 km |
| Lapran | South | 2.99 km |
| Tibba | North | 3.28 km |
| Bilaspur | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Bir Katari | South-East | 3.81 km |
| Khanpur | North-West | 4.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silon Kalan
Silon Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sanahwal, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 6.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Silon Kalan is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silon Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silon Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Silon Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silon Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Silon Kalan
Where is Silon Kalan located?
Silon Kalan village is located in Ludhiana (East) Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Silon Kalan?
Silon Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Silon Kalan?
The pincode of Silon Kalan is 141206.
What is the population of Silon Kalan?
Silon Kalan had a total population of 1,302, including 699 males and 603 females.
How many households are there in Silon Kalan?
Silon Kalan had 258 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silon Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silon Kalan was 81.74%. Male literacy was 85.14% and female literacy was 77.84%.