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.

Here you can discover what makes Silon Kalan unique in its vibrant Ludhiana East-Ludhiana region. You’ll see Silon 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 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.

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Population of Silon Kalan

According to the 2011 Census, Silon Kalan has a total population of about 1,302, with approximately 699 males and 603 females. The sex ratio is around 862 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 130 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 366 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 73.58%, with male literacy at about 76.25% and female literacy near 70.48%. There are around 258 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Silon Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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%.