Karni Khera - Fazilka
Karni Khera is a village situated in the Fazilka tehsil of Fazilka district, Punjab. It is located approximately 7 km from Fazilka and around 93 km from Firozpur. Karni Khera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karni Khera is 035117. The village covers a total geographical area of 1029 hectares and falls under the 152123 pincode. Fazilka is the nearest town.
Karni Khera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fazilka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karni Khera
As per Census 2011, Karni Khera village has a total population of 3,890 people, consisting of 1,994 males and 1,896 females. The village has 753 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 611 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,016 literate and 1,874 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,249 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karni Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,890 | 1,994 | 1,896 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 611 | 301 | 310 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,249 | 1,148 | 1,101 |
| Literate Population | 2,016 | 1,228 | 788 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,874 | 766 | 1,108 |
Nearby Villages of Karni Khera
Karni Khera 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 Karni Khera
Karni Khera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Karni Khera.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Firozpur to Karni Khera is about 93 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 Karni Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karni Khera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karni Khera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karni Khera 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 Karni Khera
Where is Karni Khera located?
Karni Khera village is located in Fazilka Tehsil, Fazilka district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karni Khera?
Karni Khera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karni Khera?
The pincode of Karni Khera is 152123.
What is the population of Karni Khera?
Karni Khera has a total population of 3,890, including 1,994 males and 1,896 females.
How many households are there in Karni Khera?
There are 753 households in Karni Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Karni Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karni Khera is 51.83%. Male literacy is 61.58% and female literacy is 41.56%.