Kular - Balachaur, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar
Kular is a village situated in the Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balachaur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . Kular village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kular is 032431. The village covers a total geographical area of 716 hectares and falls under the 144521 pincode. Balachaur is the nearest town.
Kular village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kular
According to the 2011 Census, Kular village had a total population of 911 people, including 504 males and 407 females, living in 186 households. The sex ratio was 808 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.94%, with male literacy at 75.97% and female literacy at 58.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 911 | 504 | 407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 67 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 551 | 332 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 360 | 172 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Kular
Kular 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 Kular
Kular is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar to Kular is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kular
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kular 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 Kular
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kular village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kular
Where is Kular located?
Kular village is located in Balachaur Tehsil, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kular?
Kular is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kular?
The pincode of Kular is 144521.
What is the population of Kular?
Kular had a total population of 911, including 504 males and 407 females.
How many households are there in Kular?
Kular had 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kular?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kular was 67.94%. Male literacy was 75.97% and female literacy was 58.56%.