Khasanwala - Dera Baba Nanak, Gurdaspur
Khasanwala is a village situated in the Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 0.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dera Baba Nanak and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khasanwala is 028970. The village covers a total geographical area of 111 hectares and falls under the 143604 pincode. Dera Baba Nanak is the nearest town.
Khasanwala is administered under an Urban Local Body. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera baba nanak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khasanwala
According to the 2011 Census, Khasanwala village had a total population of 1,303 people, including 667 males and 636 females, living in 276 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.35%, with male literacy at 78.50% and female literacy at 61.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
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 | 1,303 | 667 | 636 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 81 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 809 | 460 | 349 |
| Illiterate Population | 494 | 207 | 287 |
Nearby Villages of Khasanwala
Khasanwala 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 Khasanwala
| 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 Khasanwala 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.
FAQs about Khasanwala
Where is Khasanwala located?
Khasanwala village is located in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the pincode of Khasanwala?
The pincode of Khasanwala is 143604.
What is the population of Khasanwala?
Khasanwala had a total population of 1,303, including 667 males and 636 females.
How many households are there in Khasanwala?
Khasanwala had 276 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khasanwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khasanwala was 70.35%. Male literacy was 78.50% and female literacy was 61.88%.