Khairala Pur - Nakodar, Jalandhar
Khairala Pur is a village situated in the Nakodar tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nakodar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Khurlapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khairala Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khairala Pur is 029982. The village covers a total geographical area of 263 hectares and falls under the 144041 pincode. Nakodar is the nearest town.
Khairala Pur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nakodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khairala Pur
According to the 2011 Census, Khairala Pur village had a total population of 999 people, including 510 males and 489 females, living in 190 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.03%, with male literacy at 79.30% and female literacy at 68.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 831.
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 | 999 | 510 | 489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 80 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 831 | 416 | 415 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 647 | 341 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 352 | 169 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Khairala Pur
Khairala Pur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hayatewal | South | 1.23 km |
| Khaira Mushtarka | East | 1.54 km |
| Baghian | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Sherewala | South | 2.43 km |
| Kanian Hussaini | South-East | 2.74 km |
| Danewal | North-West | 3.32 km |
| Lohgarh | East | 3.54 km |
| Mand Tihara | South-West | 3.59 km |
| Bahadarke | West | 3.64 km |
| Dhuggar | North | 3.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khairala Pur
Public transport in the Khairala Pur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Malsian Shahkot, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Khairala Pur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khairala Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khairala Pur 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 Khairala Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khairala Pur 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 Khairala Pur
Where is Khairala Pur located?
Khairala Pur village is located in Nakodar Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khairala Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khairala Pur is Khurlapur.
What is the pincode of Khairala Pur?
The pincode of Khairala Pur is 144041.
What is the population of Khairala Pur?
Khairala Pur had a total population of 999, including 510 males and 489 females.
How many households are there in Khairala Pur?
Khairala Pur had 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khairala Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khairala Pur was 74.03%. Male literacy was 79.30% and female literacy was 68.92%.