Kalan - Phulpur, Azamgarh
Kalan is a village situated in the Phulpur tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulpur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Manuddinpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalan is 194691. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.74 hectares and falls under the 276304 pincode.
Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phoolpur pawai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lalganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Kalan village had a total population of 236 people, including 125 males and 111 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.20%, with male literacy at 89.19% and female literacy at 66.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36.
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 | 236 | 125 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 165 | 99 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 26 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Kalan
Kalan 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 Kalan
Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Kalan has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Azamgarh to Kalan is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalan
Where is Kalan located?
Kalan village is located in Phulpur Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalan is Manuddinpur.
What is the pincode of Kalan?
The pincode of Kalan is 276304.
What is the population of Kalan?
Kalan had a total population of 236, including 125 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Kalan?
Kalan had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalan was 78.20%. Male literacy was 89.19% and female literacy was 66.00%.