Khuban - Abohar, Fazilka
Khuban is a village situated in the Abohar tehsil of Fazilka district, Punjab. It is located approximately 28 km from Abohar and around 96 km from Firozpur. Khubban serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khuban village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khuban is 035224. The village covers a total geographical area of 1584 hectares and falls under the 152118 pincode. Abohar is the nearest town.
Khuban village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khuban
As per Census 2011, Khuban village has a total population of 4,820 people, consisting of 2,541 males and 2,279 females. The village has 877 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 603 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,560 literate and 2,260 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khuban are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,820 | 2,541 | 2,279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 603 | 317 | 286 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,100 | 1,100 | 1,000 |
| Literate Population | 2,560 | 1,516 | 1,044 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,260 | 1,025 | 1,235 |
Nearby Villages of Khuban
Khuban 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 Khuban
Khuban is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Firozpur to Khuban is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khuban
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khuban 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 Khuban
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khuban village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khuban
Where is Khuban located?
Khuban village is located in Abohar Tehsil, Fazilka district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khuban?
The Gram Panchayat of Khuban is Khubban.
What is the pincode of Khuban?
The pincode of Khuban is 152118.
What is the population of Khuban?
Khuban has a total population of 4,820, including 2,541 males and 2,279 females.
How many households are there in Khuban?
There are 877 households in Khuban.
What is the literacy rate in Khuban?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuban is 53.11%. Male literacy is 59.66% and female literacy is 45.81%.