Sal Kalan
Sal Kalan is a village located in Nawanshahr tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Nawanshahr (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Sal Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sal Kalan unique in its vibrant Nawanshahr-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Sal 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 Sal Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sal Kalan is 032124. The village spans a total geographical area of 112 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144505. Banga is nearest town to Sal Kalan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sal Kalan
Population of Sal Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Sal Kalan has a total population of about 458, with approximately 241 males and 217 females. The sex ratio is around 900 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 54 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 266 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 71.83%, with male literacy at about 79.67% and female literacy near 63.13%. There are around 100 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sal Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 458 | 241 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 24 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 266 | 134 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 329 | 192 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 49 | 80 |
Connectivity of Sal Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sal Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Sal 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 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sal Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Sal Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sal Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sal Kalan
- Where is Sal Kalan located?
- Sal Kalan village is situated in Nawanshahr Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sal Kalan?
- Sal Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sal Kalan?
- The pincode of Sal Kalan is 144505, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sal Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sal Kalan is 458, with 241 males and 217 females.
- How many households are there in Sal Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sal Kalan village has a total of 100 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sal Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sal Kalan is 71.83%. The male literacy rate is 79.67%, while the female literacy rate is 63.13%.