Dolon Kalan
Dolon Kalan is a village located in Ludhiana West tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Ludhiana (west) (tehsildar office) and 7km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Dolon Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dolon Kalan unique in its vibrant Ludhiana West-Ludhiana region. You’ll see Dolon 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 Dolon Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dolon Kalan is 033591. The village spans a total geographical area of 588 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 142029. Ludhiana is nearest town to Dolon Kalan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Dolon 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 Dolon Kalan
Population of Dolon Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Dolon Kalan has a total population of about 2,925, with approximately 1,569 males and 1,356 females. The sex ratio is around 864 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 265 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,181 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 70.97%, with male literacy at about 75.21% and female literacy near 66.08%. There are around 536 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dolon Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,925 | 1,569 | 1,356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 142 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,181 | 648 | 533 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,076 | 1,180 | 896 |
| Illiterate Population | 849 | 389 | 460 |
Connectivity of Dolon Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dolon Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Dolon Kalan 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 Dolon Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Dolon Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dolon Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dolon Kalan
- Where is Dolon Kalan located?
- Dolon Kalan village is situated in Ludhiana West Tehsil, within the Ludhiana district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dolon Kalan?
- Dolon Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dolon Kalan?
- The pincode of Dolon Kalan is 142029, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dolon Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dolon Kalan is 2,925, with 1,569 males and 1,356 females.
- How many households are there in Dolon Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dolon Kalan village has a total of 536 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dolon Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dolon Kalan is 70.97%. The male literacy rate is 75.21%, while the female literacy rate is 66.08%.