Kalar Bheni - Patran, Patiala
Kalar Bheni is a village situated in the Patran tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patran and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Patiala. Kalar Bhaini serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalar Bheni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalar Bheni is 036254. The village covers a total geographical area of 338 hectares and falls under the 147105 pincode. Patran is the nearest town.
Kalar Bheni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shutrana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalar Bheni
As per Census 2011, Kalar Bheni village has a total population of 1,418 people, consisting of 772 males and 646 females. The village has 268 households and a sex ratio of 836 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 644 literate and 774 illiterate residents. Additionally, 315 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalar Bheni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,418 | 772 | 646 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 85 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 315 | 162 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 644 | 389 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 774 | 383 | 391 |
Nearby Villages of Kalar Bheni
Kalar Bheni is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kalar Bheni
Kalar Bheni is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Patiala to Kalar Bheni is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalar Bheni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalar Bheni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalar Bheni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalar Bheni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kalar Bheni
Where is Kalar Bheni located?
Kalar Bheni village is located in Patran Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalar Bheni?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalar Bheni is Kalar Bhaini.
What is the pincode of Kalar Bheni?
The pincode of Kalar Bheni is 147105.
What is the population of Kalar Bheni?
Kalar Bheni has a total population of 1,418, including 772 males and 646 females.
How many households are there in Kalar Bheni?
There are 268 households in Kalar Bheni.
What is the literacy rate in Kalar Bheni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalar Bheni is 45.42%. Male literacy is 50.39% and female literacy is 39.47%.