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
According to the 2011 Census, Khela village had a total population of 678 people, including 367 males and 311 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 847 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.69%, with male literacy at 86.93% and female literacy at 73.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 344.
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 | 678 | 367 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 344 | 177 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 678, including 367 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Khela?
Khela had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khela was 80.69%. Male literacy was 86.93% and female literacy was 73.29%.