Khamba - Guruharsahai, Ferozepur
Khamba is a village situated in the Guruharsahai tehsil of Ferozepur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 25 km from Firozpur and around 25 km from Firozpur. Khamba village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamba is 034729. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.96 hectares and falls under the 152023 pincode. Guru Har Sahai is the nearest town.
Khamba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Guru har sahai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khamba
According to the 2011 Census, Khamba village had a total population of 685 people, including 363 males and 322 females, living in 137 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.22%, with male literacy at 80.06% and female literacy at 57.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 461.
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 | 685 | 363 | 322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 47 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 461 | 234 | 227 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 416 | 253 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 110 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Khamba
Khamba 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 Khamba
Khamba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khamba.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Khamba is about 25 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 Khamba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khamba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khamba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khamba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khamba
Where is Khamba located?
Khamba village is located in Guruharsahai Tehsil, Ferozepur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khamba?
Khamba is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khamba?
The pincode of Khamba is 152023.
What is the population of Khamba?
Khamba had a total population of 685, including 363 males and 322 females.
How many households are there in Khamba?
Khamba had 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamba was 69.22%. Male literacy was 80.06% and female literacy was 57.19%.