Maherna Kalan
Maherna Kalan is a village located in Raikot tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Raikot (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Maherna Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Maherna Kalan unique in its vibrant Raikot-Ludhiana region. You’ll see Maherna 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 Maherna Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maherna Kalan is 033715. The village spans a total geographical area of 675 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 141205. Raikot is nearest town to Maherna Kalan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Maherna Kalan
Population of Maherna Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Maherna Kalan has a total population of about 2,495, with approximately 1,333 males and 1,162 females. The sex ratio is around 871 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 209 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 649 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 72.22%, with male literacy at about 75.92% and female literacy near 67.99%. There are around 487 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Maherna Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,495 | 1,333 | 1,162 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 107 | 102 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 649 | 335 | 314 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,802 | 1,012 | 790 |
Illiterate Population | 693 | 321 | 372 |
Connectivity of Maherna Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maherna Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Maherna Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Maherna Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Maherna Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maherna Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Maherna Kalan
- Where is Maherna Kalan located?
- Maherna Kalan village is situated in Raikot Tehsil, within the Ludhiana district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Maherna Kalan?
- Maherna Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Maherna Kalan?
- The pincode of Maherna Kalan is 141205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Maherna Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maherna Kalan is 2,495, with 1,333 males and 1,162 females.
- How many households are there in Maherna Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maherna Kalan village has a total of 487 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maherna Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maherna Kalan is 72.22%. The male literacy rate is 75.92%, while the female literacy rate is 67.99%.