Khokhar - Batala, Gurdaspur
Khokhar is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Khokhar 273 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khokhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khokhar is 028790. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 143527 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Khokhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehgarh churian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khokhar
As per Census 2011, Khokhar village has a total population of 265 people, consisting of 137 males and 128 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 229 literate and 36 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khokhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 265 | 137 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 229 | 121 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 16 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Khokhar
Khokhar 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 Khokhar
Khokhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khokhar.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Khokhar is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khokhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khokhar 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khokhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khokhar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khokhar
Where is Khokhar located?
Khokhar village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khokhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Khokhar is Khokhar 273.
What is the pincode of Khokhar?
The pincode of Khokhar is 143527.
What is the population of Khokhar?
Khokhar has a total population of 265, including 137 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Khokhar?
There are 40 households in Khokhar.
What is the literacy rate in Khokhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khokhar is 86.42%. Male literacy is 88.32% and female literacy is 84.38%.