Khushhalpur - Dera Baba Nanak, Gurdaspur
Khushhalpur is a village situated in the Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dera Baba Nanak and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Khushalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khushhalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khushhalpur is 028938. The village covers a total geographical area of 105 hectares and falls under the 143604 pincode. Dera Baba Nanak is the nearest town.
Khushhalpur 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 Khushhalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Khushhalpur village had a total population of 927 people, including 488 males and 439 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.88%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 59.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22.
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 | 927 | 488 | 439 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 68 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 529 | 300 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 398 | 188 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Khushhalpur
Khushhalpur 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 Khushhalpur
Public transport in the Khushhalpur is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Khushhalpur.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Khushhalpur is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khushhalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khushhalpur 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 Khushhalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khushhalpur 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 Khushhalpur
Where is Khushhalpur located?
Khushhalpur village is located in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khushhalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khushhalpur is Khushalpur.
What is the pincode of Khushhalpur?
The pincode of Khushhalpur is 143604.
What is the population of Khushhalpur?
Khushhalpur had a total population of 927, including 488 males and 439 females.
How many households are there in Khushhalpur?
Khushhalpur had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khushhalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khushhalpur was 65.88%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 59.79%.