Ghal Kalan
Ghal Kalan is a village located in Moga tehsil of Moga district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from Moga, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Ghal Kalan village. As per 2009 stats, Ghall Kalan Patti Mehar is the gram panchayat of Ghal Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Ghal Kalan unique in its vibrant Moga region. You’ll see Ghal 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 Ghal Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghal Kalan is 034052. The village spans a total geographical area of 2432 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 142048. Moga is nearest town to Ghal Kalan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Ghal 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 Moga 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.
Google Map of Ghal Kalan
Population of Ghal Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Ghal Kalan has a total population of about 9,299, with approximately 4,929 males and 4,370 females. The sex ratio is around 886 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 986 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4,125 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 61.78%, with male literacy at about 65.23% and female literacy near 57.89%. There are around 1,830 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghal Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,299 | 4,929 | 4,370 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 986 | 511 | 475 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,125 | 2,203 | 1,922 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 5,745 | 3,215 | 2,530 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,554 | 1,714 | 1,840 |
Connectivity of Ghal Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghal Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Ghal 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Ghal Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghal Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghal Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghal Kalan
- Where is Ghal Kalan located?
- Ghal Kalan village is situated in Moga Tehsil, within the Moga district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghal Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghal Kalan is Ghall Kalan Patti Mehar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghal Kalan?
- The pincode of Ghal Kalan is 142048, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghal Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghal Kalan is 9,299, with 4,929 males and 4,370 females.
- How many households are there in Ghal Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghal Kalan village has a total of 1,830 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghal Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghal Kalan is 61.78%. The male literacy rate is 65.23%, while the female literacy rate is 57.89%.