Jitwal Kalan
Jitwal Kalan is a village located in Malerkotla tehsil of Sangrur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Malerkotla (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Sangrur. As per 2009 stats, Jitwal Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jitwal Kalan unique in its vibrant Malerkotla-Sangrur region. You’ll see Jitwal 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 Jitwal Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jitwal Kalan is 039413. The village spans a total geographical area of 338 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 148023. Ahmedgarh is nearest town to Jitwal Kalan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Jitwal Kalan
Population of Jitwal Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Jitwal Kalan has a total population of about 2,893, with approximately 1,739 males and 1,154 females. The sex ratio is around 663 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 291 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 685 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 73.07%, with male literacy at about 80.85% and female literacy near 61.35%. There are around 734 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jitwal Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,893 | 1,739 | 1,154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 144 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 685 | 360 | 325 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,114 | 1,406 | 708 |
| Illiterate Population | 779 | 333 | 446 |
Connectivity of Jitwal Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jitwal Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Jitwal 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 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Jitwal Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Jitwal Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jitwal Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jitwal Kalan
- Where is Jitwal Kalan located?
- Jitwal Kalan village is situated in Malerkotla Tehsil, within the Sangrur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jitwal Kalan?
- Jitwal Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jitwal Kalan?
- The pincode of Jitwal Kalan is 148023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jitwal Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jitwal Kalan is 2,893, with 1,739 males and 1,154 females.
- How many households are there in Jitwal Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jitwal Kalan village has a total of 734 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jitwal Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jitwal Kalan is 73.07%. The male literacy rate is 80.85%, while the female literacy rate is 61.35%.