Saila Khurd
Saila Khurd is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Saila Khurd village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Saila Khurd unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Saila Khurd’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 Saila Khurd
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Saila Khurd is 031931. The village spans a total geographical area of 159 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144529. Garhshankar is nearest town to Saila Khurd village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Saila Khurd
Population of Saila Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Saila Khurd has a total population of about 4,688, with approximately 2,440 males and 2,248 females. The sex ratio is around 921 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 531 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,404 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 71.18%, with male literacy at about 74.75% and female literacy near 67.30%. There are around 967 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Saila Khurd's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,688 | 2,440 | 2,248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 531 | 266 | 265 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,404 | 690 | 714 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,337 | 1,824 | 1,513 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,351 | 616 | 735 |
Connectivity of Saila Khurd
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Saila Khurd. As per the 2011 stats, Saila Khurd had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Saila Khurd
Knowing the nearby villages of Saila Khurd helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Saila Khurd.
Frequently Asked Questions about Saila Khurd
- Where is Saila Khurd located?
- Saila Khurd village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Saila Khurd?
- Saila Khurd serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Saila Khurd?
- The pincode of Saila Khurd is 144529, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Saila Khurd as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Saila Khurd is 4,688, with 2,440 males and 2,248 females.
- How many households are there in Saila Khurd as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Saila Khurd village has a total of 967 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Saila Khurd as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Saila Khurd is 71.18%. The male literacy rate is 74.75%, while the female literacy rate is 67.30%.