Sahlon

Sahlon is a village located in Nawanshahr tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Nawanshahr (tehsildar office) and 8km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Sahlon village is also a gram panchayat.

Sahlon has its own place in the vibrant Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sahlon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sahlon is 032250. The village spans a total geographical area of 256 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144421. Nawansahar is nearest town to Sahlon village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Sahlon

Below is a concise population overview of Sahlon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,905 954 951
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 182 96 86
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,114 561 553
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,478 786 692
Illiterate Population 427 168 259

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sahlon village:

  • The total population of Sahlon village is around 1,905, including approximately 954 males and 951 females, with a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 182 children aged 0–6 years in Sahlon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sahlon village has 1,114 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sahlon village is about 77.59%, with male literacy at 82.39% and female literacy at 72.77%.
  • There are around 450 households in Sahlon village.

Connectivity of Sahlon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sahlon. As per the 2011 stats, Sahlon 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sahlon

Knowing the nearby villages of Sahlon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sahlon.

Chahal Khurd Lodhipur Kariam Ghataron Shakohpur Kamam Sodhian Buhara Garcha Mahal Khurd Garh Padhana

Frequently Asked Questions about Sahlon

Where is Sahlon located?
Sahlon village is situated in Nawanshahr Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahlon?
Sahlon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sahlon?
The pincode of Sahlon is 144421, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sahlon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sahlon is 1,905, with 954 males and 951 females.
How many households are there in Sahlon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sahlon village has a total of 450 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahlon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sahlon is 77.59%. The male literacy rate is 82.39%, while the female literacy rate is 72.77%.