Silon Kalan
Silon Kalan is a village located in Ludhiana East tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Ludhiana (east) (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Silon Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.
Silon Kalan has its own place in the vibrant Ludhiana region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Silon Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Silon Kalan is 033513. The village spans a total geographical area of 217 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 141206. Sahnewal is nearest town to Silon Kalan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Silon Kalan 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 Silon Kalan
Population of Silon Kalan
Below is a concise population overview of Silon Kalan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 958 | 533 | 425 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 166 | 178 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Silon Kalan village:
- The total population of Silon Kalan village is around 1,302, including approximately 699 males and 603 females, with a sex ratio of 862 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 130 children aged 0–6 years in Silon Kalan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Silon Kalan village has 366 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Silon Kalan village is about 73.58%, with male literacy at 76.25% and female literacy at 70.48%.
- There are around 258 households in Silon Kalan village.
Connectivity of Silon Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Silon Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Silon 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Silon Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Silon Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Silon Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Silon Kalan
- Where is Silon Kalan located?
- Silon Kalan village is situated in Ludhiana East Tehsil, within the Ludhiana district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Silon Kalan?
- Silon Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Silon Kalan?
- The pincode of Silon Kalan is 141206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Silon Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Silon Kalan is 1,302, with 699 males and 603 females.
- How many households are there in Silon Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Silon Kalan village has a total of 258 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Silon Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Silon Kalan is 73.58%. The male literacy rate is 76.25%, while the female literacy rate is 70.48%.