Khela - Amritsar -I, Amritsar
Khela is a village situated in the Amritsar -I tehsil of Amritsar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amritsar -i and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Amritsar . Khela Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khela is 037537. The village covers a total geographical area of 180 hectares and falls under the 143149 pincode. Jandiala is the nearest town.
Khela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jandiala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khadoor Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khela
As per Census 2011, Khela village has a total population of 678 people, consisting of 367 males and 311 females. The village has 125 households and a sex ratio of 847 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 489 literate and 189 illiterate residents. Additionally, 344 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 678 | 367 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 344 | 177 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 489 | 286 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 81 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Khela
Khela 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 Khela
Khela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Amritsar to Khela is about 21 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 Khela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khela
Where is Khela located?
Khela village is located in Amritsar -I Tehsil, Amritsar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khela?
The Gram Panchayat of Khela is Khela Kalan.
What is the pincode of Khela?
The pincode of Khela is 143149.
What is the population of Khela?
Khela has a total population of 678, including 367 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Khela?
There are 125 households in Khela.
What is the literacy rate in Khela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khela is 72.12%. Male literacy is 77.93% and female literacy is 65.27%.