Leel Khurd - Batala, Gurdaspur
Leel Khurd is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Leel Khurd village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Leel Khurd is 028677. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 143506 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Leel Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Batala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Leel Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Leel Khurd village had a total population of 773 people, including 414 males and 359 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.56%, with male literacy at 76.12% and female literacy at 62.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 244.
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 | 773 | 414 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 58 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 244 | 130 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 473 | 271 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 143 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Leel Khurd
Leel Khurd 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 Leel Khurd
Leel Khurd 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 Leel Khurd.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Leel Khurd is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Leel Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Leel Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Leel Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Leel Khurd 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Leel Khurd
Where is Leel Khurd located?
Leel Khurd village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Leel Khurd?
Leel Khurd is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Leel Khurd?
The pincode of Leel Khurd is 143506.
What is the population of Leel Khurd?
Leel Khurd had a total population of 773, including 414 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Leel Khurd?
Leel Khurd had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Leel Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Leel Khurd was 69.56%. Male literacy was 76.12% and female literacy was 62.35%.