Joulan Kalan - Dera Bassi, S.A.S Nagar
Joulan Kalan is a village situated in the Dera Bassi tehsil of S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 14 km from Dera Bassi and around 48 km from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. Jolla Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Joulan Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joulan Kalan is 039291. The village covers a total geographical area of 703 hectares and falls under the 140501 pincode. Dera Bassi is the nearest town.
Joulan Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera bassi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Joulan Kalan
As per Census 2011, Joulan Kalan village has a total population of 1,817 people, consisting of 949 males and 868 females. The village has 336 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 215 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,206 literate and 611 illiterate residents. Additionally, 301 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Joulan Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,817 | 949 | 868 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 109 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 301 | 158 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 1,206 | 681 | 525 |
| Illiterate Population | 611 | 268 | 343 |
Nearby Villages of Joulan Kalan
Joulan Kalan 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 Joulan Kalan
Joulan Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Joulan Kalan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar to Joulan Kalan is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Joulan Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joulan Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Joulan Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joulan Kalan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Joulan Kalan
Where is Joulan Kalan located?
Joulan Kalan village is located in Dera Bassi Tehsil, S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Joulan Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Joulan Kalan is Jolla Kalan.
What is the pincode of Joulan Kalan?
The pincode of Joulan Kalan is 140501.
What is the population of Joulan Kalan?
Joulan Kalan has a total population of 1,817, including 949 males and 868 females.
How many households are there in Joulan Kalan?
There are 336 households in Joulan Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Joulan Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joulan Kalan is 66.37%. Male literacy is 71.76% and female literacy is 60.48%.