Kakrala
Kakrala is a village located in Samana tehsil of Patiala district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Samana (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Patiala. As per 2009 stats, Kakrala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kakrala unique in its vibrant Samana-Patiala region. You’ll see Kakrala’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 Kakrala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kakrala is 036161. The village spans a total geographical area of 1894 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 147201. Samana is nearest town to Kakrala village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kakrala
Population of Kakrala
According to the 2011 Census, Kakrala has a total population of about 7,165, with approximately 3,779 males and 3,386 females. The sex ratio is around 896 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 761 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,750 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 54.82%, with male literacy at about 58.56% and female literacy near 50.65%. There are around 1,431 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kakrala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,165 | 3,779 | 3,386 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 761 | 426 | 335 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,750 | 935 | 815 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,928 | 2,213 | 1,715 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,237 | 1,566 | 1,671 |
Connectivity of Kakrala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kakrala. As per the 2011 stats, Kakrala 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 Kakrala
Knowing the nearby villages of Kakrala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kakrala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kakrala
- Where is Kakrala located?
- Kakrala village is situated in Samana Tehsil, within the Patiala district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kakrala?
- Kakrala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kakrala?
- The pincode of Kakrala is 147201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kakrala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kakrala is 7,165, with 3,779 males and 3,386 females.
- How many households are there in Kakrala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kakrala village has a total of 1,431 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kakrala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kakrala is 54.82%. The male literacy rate is 58.56%, while the female literacy rate is 50.65%.