Khurd

Khurd is a village located in Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Dasua (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Khurda is the gram panchayat of Khurd village.

Khurd has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur 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 Khurd

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khurd is 030892. The village spans a total geographical area of 101 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144207. Dasua is nearest town to Khurd village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Khurd

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 975 444 531
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 114 55 59
Scheduled Castes (SC) 190 97 93
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 737 361 376
Illiterate Population 238 83 155

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

  • The total population of Khurd village is around 975, including approximately 444 males and 531 females, with a sex ratio of 1195 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 114 children aged 0–6 years in Khurd village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Khurd village has 190 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Khurd village is about 75.59%, with male literacy at 81.31% and female literacy at 70.81%.
  • There are around 221 households in Khurd village.

Connectivity of Khurd

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

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

Nearby Villages of Khurd

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Khurd

Where is Khurd located?
Khurd village is situated in Dasua Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Khurd is Khurda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Khurd?
The pincode of Khurd is 144207, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khurd as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khurd is 975, with 444 males and 531 females.
How many households are there in Khurd as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khurd village has a total of 221 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khurd as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khurd is 75.59%. The male literacy rate is 81.31%, while the female literacy rate is 70.81%.