Kiri Afgana
Kiri Afgana is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 33km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Nawi Kiri is the gram panchayat of Kiri Afgana village.
Here you can discover what makes Kiri Afgana unique in its vibrant Batala-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Kiri Afgana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kiri Afgana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kiri Afgana is 028511. The village spans a total geographical area of 1076 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143527. Sri Hargobindpur is nearest town to Kiri Afgana village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kiri Afgana
Population of Kiri Afgana
According to the 2011 Census, Kiri Afgana has a total population of about 3,294, with approximately 1,720 males and 1,574 females. The sex ratio is around 915 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 394 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 112 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.81%, with male literacy at about 65.23% and female literacy near 58.07%. There are around 585 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kiri Afgana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,294 | 1,720 | 1,574 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 394 | 222 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 55 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,036 | 1,122 | 914 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,258 | 598 | 660 |
Connectivity of Kiri Afgana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kiri Afgana. As per the 2011 stats, Kiri Afgana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kiri Afgana
Knowing the nearby villages of Kiri Afgana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kiri Afgana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kiri Afgana
- Where is Kiri Afgana located?
- Kiri Afgana village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kiri Afgana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kiri Afgana is Nawi Kiri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kiri Afgana?
- The pincode of Kiri Afgana is 143527, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kiri Afgana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kiri Afgana is 3,294, with 1,720 males and 1,574 females.
- How many households are there in Kiri Afgana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kiri Afgana village has a total of 585 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kiri Afgana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kiri Afgana is 61.81%. The male literacy rate is 65.23%, while the female literacy rate is 58.07%.