Changan

Changan is a village located in Ludhiana West tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Ludhiana (west) (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Changan village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Changan unique in its vibrant Ludhiana West-Ludhiana region. You’ll see Changan’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 Changan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Changan is 033664. The village spans a total geographical area of 261 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 141102. Mullanpur Dakha is nearest town to Changan village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Changan 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 Dakha 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 Changan

According to the 2011 Census, Changan has a total population of about 800, with approximately 413 males and 387 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 79 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 540 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 75.50%, with male literacy at about 82.08% and female literacy near 68.48%. There are around 158 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Changan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 800 413 387
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 79 38 41
Scheduled Castes (SC) 540 277 263
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 604 339 265
Illiterate Population 196 74 122

Connectivity of Changan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Changan. As per the 2011 stats, Changan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Changan

Knowing the nearby villages of Changan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Changan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Changan

Where is Changan located?
Changan village is situated in Ludhiana West Tehsil, within the Ludhiana district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Changan?
Changan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Changan?
The pincode of Changan is 141102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Changan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Changan is 800, with 413 males and 387 females.
How many households are there in Changan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Changan village has a total of 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Changan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Changan is 75.50%. The male literacy rate is 82.08%, while the female literacy rate is 68.48%.