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
According to the 2011 Census, Khuban village had a total population of 4,820 people, including 2,541 males and 2,279 females, living in 877 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.71%, with male literacy at 68.17% and female literacy at 52.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,100.
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 | 4,820 | 2,541 | 2,279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 603 | 317 | 286 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,100 | 1,100 | 1,000 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 4,820, including 2,541 males and 2,279 females.
How many households are there in Khuban?
Khuban had 877 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khuban?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuban was 60.71%. Male literacy was 68.17% and female literacy was 52.38%.