Sakhan Kalan
Sakhan Kalan is a village located in Deoband tehsil of Saharanpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Deoband (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Saharanpur. As per 2009 stats, Sakhan Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sakhan Kalan unique in its vibrant Deoband-Saharanpur region. You’ll see Sakhan 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 Sakhan Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakhan Kalan is 110174. The village spans a total geographical area of 404.03 hectares. Saharanpur is nearest town to Sakhan Kalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Sakhan Kalan
Population of Sakhan Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Sakhan Kalan has a total population of about 3,801, with approximately 2,011 males and 1,790 females. The sex ratio is around 890 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 565 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,760 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 60.25%, with male literacy at about 70.61% and female literacy near 48.60%. There are around 677 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sakhan Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,801 | 2,011 | 1,790 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 565 | 308 | 257 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,760 | 945 | 815 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,290 | 1,420 | 870 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,511 | 591 | 920 |
Connectivity of Sakhan Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakhan Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Sakhan Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sakhan Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Sakhan Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sakhan Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sakhan Kalan
- Where is Sakhan Kalan located?
- Sakhan Kalan village is situated in Deoband Tehsil, within the Saharanpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sakhan Kalan?
- Sakhan Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sakhan Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakhan Kalan is 3,801, with 2,011 males and 1,790 females.
- How many households are there in Sakhan Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sakhan Kalan village has a total of 677 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sakhan Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakhan Kalan is 60.25%. The male literacy rate is 70.61%, while the female literacy rate is 48.60%.