Kahlon
Kahlon is a village located in Nawanshahr tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Nawanshahr (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Kahlon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kahlon unique in its vibrant Nawanshahr-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Kahlon’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 Kahlon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kahlon is 032282. The village spans a total geographical area of 640 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144518. Rahon is nearest town to Kahlon village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kahlon
Population of Kahlon
According to the 2011 Census, Kahlon has a total population of about 1,377, with approximately 677 males and 700 females. The sex ratio is around 1033 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 136 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 576 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 68.63%, with male literacy at about 69.87% and female literacy near 67.43%. There are around 272 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kahlon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,377 | 677 | 700 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 76 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 576 | 282 | 294 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 945 | 473 | 472 |
| Illiterate Population | 432 | 204 | 228 |
Connectivity of Kahlon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kahlon. As per the 2011 stats, Kahlon 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kahlon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kahlon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kahlon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kahlon
- Where is Kahlon located?
- Kahlon village is situated in Nawanshahr Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kahlon?
- Kahlon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kahlon?
- The pincode of Kahlon is 144518, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kahlon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kahlon is 1,377, with 677 males and 700 females.
- How many households are there in Kahlon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kahlon village has a total of 272 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kahlon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kahlon is 68.63%. The male literacy rate is 69.87%, while the female literacy rate is 67.43%.