Khiwa - Nakodar, Jalandhar
Khiwa is a village situated in the Nakodar tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nakodar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Khiwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khiwa is 029870. The village covers a total geographical area of 668 hectares and falls under the 144623 pincode. Nakodar is the nearest town.
Khiwa 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 Khiwa
According to the 2011 Census, Khiwa village had a total population of 1,419 people, including 740 males and 679 females, living in 260 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.83%, with male literacy at 87.93% and female literacy at 81.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 378.
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 | 1,419 | 740 | 679 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 102 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 378 | 199 | 179 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,051 | 561 | 490 |
| Illiterate Population | 368 | 179 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Khiwa
Khiwa is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Khiwa
Khiwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Khiwa is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khiwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khiwa 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khiwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khiwa 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 Khiwa
Where is Khiwa located?
Khiwa village is located in Nakodar Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khiwa?
Khiwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khiwa?
The pincode of Khiwa is 144623.
What is the population of Khiwa?
Khiwa had a total population of 1,419, including 740 males and 679 females.
How many households are there in Khiwa?
Khiwa had 260 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khiwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khiwa was 84.83%. Male literacy was 87.93% and female literacy was 81.53%.