Dhurkot Kalan

Dhurkot Kalan is a village located in Moga tehsil of Moga district in Punjab, India. It is situated 12km away from Moga, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Dhurkot Kalan village. As per 2009 stats, Dhurkot Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.

Dhurkot Kalan has its own place in the vibrant Moga 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 Dhurkot Kalan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhurkot Kalan is 034011. The village spans a total geographical area of 448 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 142001. Moga is nearest town to Dhurkot Kalan village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Dhurkot 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 Nihal singhwala Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Faridkot 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 Dhurkot Kalan

Below is a concise population overview of Dhurkot Kalan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,531 799 732
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 164 89 75
Scheduled Castes (SC) 748 402 346
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 970 538 432
Illiterate Population 561 261 300

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhurkot Kalan village:

  • The total population of Dhurkot Kalan village is around 1,531, including approximately 799 males and 732 females, with a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 164 children aged 0–6 years in Dhurkot Kalan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhurkot Kalan village has 748 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dhurkot Kalan village is about 63.36%, with male literacy at 67.33% and female literacy at 59.02%.
  • There are around 307 households in Dhurkot Kalan village.

Connectivity of Dhurkot Kalan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhurkot Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Dhurkot 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 Dhurkot Kalan

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

Budh Singhwala Malianwala Bishanpura Ramuwala Nawan Dhurkot Tahli Mehron Bahona Bughipura Khera Swad Mehna Dala

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhurkot Kalan

Where is Dhurkot Kalan located?
Dhurkot Kalan village is situated in Moga Tehsil, within the Moga district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhurkot Kalan?
Dhurkot Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Dhurkot Kalan?
The pincode of Dhurkot Kalan is 142001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhurkot Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhurkot Kalan is 1,531, with 799 males and 732 females.
How many households are there in Dhurkot Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhurkot Kalan village has a total of 307 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhurkot Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhurkot Kalan is 63.36%. The male literacy rate is 67.33%, while the female literacy rate is 59.02%.