Koiel Khera - Fazilka
Koiel Khera is a village situated in the Fazilka tehsil of Fazilka district, Punjab. It is located approximately 32 km from Fazilka and around 85 km from Firozpur. Koel Khera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koiel Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koiel Khera is 035149. The village covers a total geographical area of 724 hectares and falls under the 152128 pincode. Abohar is the nearest town.
Koiel 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 Koiel Khera
As per Census 2011, Koiel Khera village has a total population of 1,728 people, consisting of 917 males and 811 females. The village has 356 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,113 literate and 615 illiterate residents. Additionally, 657 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koiel Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,728 | 917 | 811 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 96 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 657 | 341 | 316 |
| Literate Population | 1,113 | 656 | 457 |
| Illiterate Population | 615 | 261 | 354 |
Nearby Villages of Koiel Khera
Koiel 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 Koiel Khera
Koiel Khera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Koiel Khera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Firozpur to Koiel Khera is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koiel Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koiel Khera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Koiel 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 Koiel Khera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Koiel Khera
Where is Koiel Khera located?
Koiel Khera village is located in Fazilka Tehsil, Fazilka district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koiel Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Koiel Khera is Koel Khera.
What is the pincode of Koiel Khera?
The pincode of Koiel Khera is 152128.
What is the population of Koiel Khera?
Koiel Khera has a total population of 1,728, including 917 males and 811 females.
How many households are there in Koiel Khera?
There are 356 households in Koiel Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Koiel Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koiel Khera is 64.41%. Male literacy is 71.54% and female literacy is 56.35%.