Khojewali - Kapurthala
Khojewali is a village situated in the Kapurthala tehsil of Kapurthala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from Kapurthala , which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Khojewal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khojewali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khojewali is 029255. The village covers a total geographical area of 136 hectares and falls under the 144603 pincode. Kapurthala is the nearest town.
Khojewali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khojewali
According to the 2011 Census, Khojewali village had a total population of 1,308 people, including 685 males and 623 females, living in 258 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.40%, with male literacy at 88.87% and female literacy at 79.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 589.
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 | 1,308 | 685 | 623 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 65 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 589 | 310 | 279 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 990 | 551 | 439 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 134 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Khojewali
Khojewali 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 Khojewali
Khojewali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Khojewali has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kapurthala to Khojewali is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khojewali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khojewali 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 Khojewali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khojewali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khojewali
Where is Khojewali located?
Khojewali village is located in Kapurthala Tehsil, Kapurthala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khojewali?
The Gram Panchayat of Khojewali is Khojewal.
What is the pincode of Khojewali?
The pincode of Khojewali is 144603.
What is the population of Khojewali?
Khojewali had a total population of 1,308, including 685 males and 623 females.
How many households are there in Khojewali?
Khojewali had 258 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khojewali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khojewali was 84.40%. Male literacy was 88.87% and female literacy was 79.39%.