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
As per Census 2011, Khiwa village has a total population of 1,419 people, consisting of 740 males and 679 females. The village has 260 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 180 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,051 literate and 368 illiterate residents. Additionally, 378 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khiwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,419 | 740 | 679 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 102 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 378 | 199 | 179 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,419, including 740 males and 679 females.
How many households are there in Khiwa?
There are 260 households in Khiwa.
What is the literacy rate in Khiwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khiwa is 74.07%. Male literacy is 75.81% and female literacy is 72.16%.