Kalan Gaon
Kalan Gaon is a village located in Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Ghansali (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Karna Gaon is the gram panchayat of Kalan Gaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Kalan Gaon unique in its vibrant Ghansali-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Kalan Gaon’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 Kalan Gaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalan Gaon is 042801. The village spans a total geographical area of 28.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249155. Srinagar is nearest town to Kalan Gaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 95km away.
Google Map of Kalan Gaon
Population of Kalan Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kalan Gaon has a total population of about 176, with approximately 76 males and 100 females. The sex ratio is around 1315 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 32 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 18 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 55.68%, with male literacy at about 68.42% and female literacy near 46.00%. There are around 37 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalan Gaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 176 | 76 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 98 | 52 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 24 | 54 |
Connectivity of Kalan Gaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalan Gaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kalan Gaon 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalan Gaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalan Gaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalan Gaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalan Gaon
- Where is Kalan Gaon located?
- Kalan Gaon village is situated in Ghansali Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalan Gaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalan Gaon is Karna Gaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kalan Gaon?
- The pincode of Kalan Gaon is 249155, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalan Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalan Gaon is 176, with 76 males and 100 females.
- How many households are there in Kalan Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalan Gaon village has a total of 37 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalan Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalan Gaon is 55.68%. The male literacy rate is 68.42%, while the female literacy rate is 46.00%.