Khosa

Khosa is a village located in Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Shahkot (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Khosa village is also a gram panchayat.

Khosa has its own place in the vibrant Jalandhar 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 Khosa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khosa is 029777. The village spans a total geographical area of 237.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144629. Lohian Khass is nearest town to Khosa village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Khosa

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 531 259 272
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 57 28 29
Scheduled Castes (SC) 140 75 65
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 357 181 176
Illiterate Population 174 78 96

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

  • The total population of Khosa village is around 531, including approximately 259 males and 272 females, with a sex ratio of 1050 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 57 children aged 0–6 years in Khosa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Khosa village has 140 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Khosa village is about 67.23%, with male literacy at 69.88% and female literacy at 64.71%.
  • There are around 106 households in Khosa village.

Connectivity of Khosa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khosa. As per the 2011 stats, Khosa 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Khosa

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Khosa

Where is Khosa located?
Khosa village is situated in Shahkot Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khosa?
Khosa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Khosa?
The pincode of Khosa is 144629, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khosa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khosa is 531, with 259 males and 272 females.
How many households are there in Khosa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khosa village has a total of 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khosa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khosa is 67.23%. The male literacy rate is 69.88%, while the female literacy rate is 64.71%.