Khawaza Wardag - Dera Baba Nanak, Gurdaspur
Khawaza Wardag is a village situated in the Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dera Baba Nanak and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Khwaja Wardag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khawaza Wardag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khawaza Wardag is 028898. The village covers a total geographical area of 312 hectares and falls under the 143604 pincode. Dera Baba Nanak is the nearest town.
Khawaza Wardag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera baba nanak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khawaza Wardag
According to the 2011 Census, Khawaza Wardag village had a total population of 1,348 people, including 734 males and 614 females, living in 242 households. The sex ratio was 837 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.05%, with male literacy at 80.31% and female literacy at 71.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
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 | 1,348 | 734 | 614 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 99 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 17 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 902 | 510 | 392 |
| Illiterate Population | 446 | 224 | 222 |
Nearby Villages of Khawaza Wardag
Khawaza Wardag 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ali Nangal | North-West | 1.12 km |
| Dhilwan | South-East | 1.22 km |
| Jiwan Nangal | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Dehar | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Ransikey Talla | North | 2.34 km |
| Gazi Nangal | West | 2.53 km |
| Kotli Surat Malhi | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Khaira Sultan | South | 2.94 km |
| Dharowali | North-West | 3.30 km |
| Fattupur | North-East | 3.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khawaza Wardag
Public transport in the Khawaza Wardag is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Batala Sugar Mills, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Khawaza Wardag 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 Khawaza Wardag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khawaza Wardag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khawaza Wardag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khawaza Wardag 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 Khawaza Wardag
Where is Khawaza Wardag located?
Khawaza Wardag village is located in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khawaza Wardag?
The Gram Panchayat of Khawaza Wardag is Khwaja Wardag.
What is the pincode of Khawaza Wardag?
The pincode of Khawaza Wardag is 143604.
What is the population of Khawaza Wardag?
Khawaza Wardag had a total population of 1,348, including 734 males and 614 females.
How many households are there in Khawaza Wardag?
Khawaza Wardag had 242 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khawaza Wardag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khawaza Wardag was 76.05%. Male literacy was 80.31% and female literacy was 71.14%.