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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Khelani village has a total population of 1,119 people, consisting of 571 males and 548 females. The village has 209 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 681 literate and 438 illiterate residents. Additionally, 234 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khelani are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Khelani?
The Gram Panchayat of Khelani is Khellani.
What is the pincode of Khelani?
The pincode of Khelani is 182201.
What is the population of Khelani?
Khelani has a total population of 1,119, including 571 males and 548 females.
How many households are there in Khelani?
There are 209 households in Khelani.
What is the literacy rate in Khelani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khelani is 60.86%. Male literacy is 70.05% and female literacy is 51.28%.