Khudi - Batala, Gurdaspur
Khudi is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Cheema serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khudi is 028540. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 143506 pincode. Sri Hargobindpur is the nearest town.
Khudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri hargobindpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khudi
According to the 2011 Census, Khudi village had a total population of 388 people, including 216 males and 172 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 796 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.88%, with male literacy at 75.38% and female literacy at 69.81%.
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 | 388 | 216 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 21 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 258 | 147 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 69 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Khudi
Khudi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kishan Kot | South-West | 0.87 km |
| Brahm | East | 1.53 km |
| Machrai | South | 1.73 km |
| Sukala | West | 1.98 km |
| Khanpur | South-East | 2.13 km |
| Galowal | South-East | 2.38 km |
| Paijo Chak | South-West | 2.70 km |
| Bhattiwal | West | 3.08 km |
| Warsal Chak | North-East | 3.27 km |
| Metla | North | 3.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khudi
The nearest railway station is Tanda Urmar, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Khudi is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Khudi
Where is Khudi located?
Khudi village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khudi is Cheema.
What is the pincode of Khudi?
The pincode of Khudi is 143506.
What is the population of Khudi?
Khudi had a total population of 388, including 216 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Khudi?
Khudi had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khudi was 72.88%. Male literacy was 75.38% and female literacy was 69.81%.