Khassa - Amritsar- II, Amritsar
Khassa is a village situated in the Amritsar- II tehsil of Amritsar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amritsar- Ii and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Amritsar . Khasa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khassa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khassa is 037633. The village covers a total geographical area of 365.6 hectares and falls under the 143107 pincode. Amritsar is the nearest town.
Khassa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Attari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amritsar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khassa
As per Census 2011, Khassa village has a total population of 3,951 people, consisting of 2,371 males and 1,580 females. The village has 736 households and a sex ratio of 666 females per 1,000 males. There are 396 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,032 literate and 919 illiterate residents. Additionally, 952 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khassa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,951 | 2,371 | 1,580 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 396 | 232 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 952 | 520 | 432 |
| Literate Population | 3,032 | 1,903 | 1,129 |
| Illiterate Population | 919 | 468 | 451 |
Nearby Villages of Khassa
Khassa 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 Khassa
Khassa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Khassa has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Amritsar to Khassa is about 14 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 Khassa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khassa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khassa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khassa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khassa
Where is Khassa located?
Khassa village is located in Amritsar- II Tehsil, Amritsar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khassa?
The Gram Panchayat of Khassa is Khasa.
What is the pincode of Khassa?
The pincode of Khassa is 143107.
What is the population of Khassa?
Khassa has a total population of 3,951, including 2,371 males and 1,580 females.
How many households are there in Khassa?
There are 736 households in Khassa.
What is the literacy rate in Khassa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khassa is 76.74%. Male literacy is 80.26% and female literacy is 71.46%.