Khelani - Bhalla, Doda
Khelani is a village situated in the Bhalla tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 21 km from Baderwah and around 24 km from Doda. Khellani serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Khelani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khelani is 004429. The village covers a total geographical area of 157.8 hectares and falls under the 182201 pincode. Baderwa is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Khelani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khelani
According to the 2011 Census, Khelani village had a total population of 1,119 people, including 571 males and 548 females, living in 209 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.76%, with male literacy at 85.11% and female literacy at 58.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 234, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 1,119 | 571 | 548 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 101 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 234 | 119 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 681 | 400 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 171 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Khelani
Khelani 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 Khelani
Khelani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baderwa to Khelani is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Khelani is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khelani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khelani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khelani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khelani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khelani
Where is Khelani located?
Khelani village is located in Bhalla Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Khelani?
The Halqa Panchayat of Khelani is Khellani.
What is the pincode of Khelani?
The pincode of Khelani is 182201.
What is the population of Khelani?
Khelani had a total population of 1,119, including 571 males and 548 females.
How many households are there in Khelani?
Khelani had 209 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khelani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khelani was 71.76%. Male literacy was 85.11% and female literacy was 58.66%.