Kharal

Kharal is a village located in Gurdaspur tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Gurdaspur (tehsildar office) and 5km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Kharal Goraya is the gram panchayat of Kharal village.

Kharal has its own place in the vibrant Gurdaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kharal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharal is 028182. The village spans a total geographical area of 172 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143531. Gurdaspur is nearest town to Kharal village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Kharal

Below is a concise population overview of Kharal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,030 511 519
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 97 53 44
Scheduled Castes (SC) 339 158 181
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 793 413 380
Illiterate Population 237 98 139

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kharal village:

  • The total population of Kharal village is around 1,030, including approximately 511 males and 519 females, with a sex ratio of 1015 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 97 children aged 0–6 years in Kharal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kharal village has 339 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kharal village is about 76.99%, with male literacy at 80.82% and female literacy at 73.22%.
  • There are around 206 households in Kharal village.

Connectivity of Kharal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharal. As per the 2011 stats, Kharal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kharal

Knowing the nearby villages of Kharal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharal.

Keshopur Matwan Dala Bhola Gandhian Chulla Maddowal Paniar Jahangirpur Naurangpur Rauwal

Frequently Asked Questions about Kharal

Where is Kharal located?
Kharal village is situated in Gurdaspur Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharal is Kharal Goraya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kharal?
The pincode of Kharal is 143531, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kharal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharal is 1,030, with 511 males and 519 females.
How many households are there in Kharal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kharal village has a total of 206 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharal is 76.99%. The male literacy rate is 80.82%, while the female literacy rate is 73.22%.