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.
Here you can discover what makes Kharal unique in its vibrant Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Kharal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Kharal
Population of Kharal
According to the 2011 Census, Kharal has a total population of about 1,030, with approximately 511 males and 519 females. The sex ratio is around 1015 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 97 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 339 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.99%, with male literacy at about 80.82% and female literacy near 73.22%. There are around 206 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.