Khurd - Khanna, Ludhiana
Khurd is a village situated in the Khanna tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khanna and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Khurd village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khurd is 033237. The village covers a total geographical area of 178 hectares and falls under the 141414 pincode. Khamanon is the nearest town.
Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Khurd village had a total population of 217 people, including 115 males and 102 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.02%, with male literacy at 77.88% and female literacy at 73.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 92.
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 | 217 | 115 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 45 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 81 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 34 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Khurd
Khurd 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 Khurd
Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khurd.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Khurd is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khurd
Where is Khurd located?
Khurd village is located in Khanna Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khurd?
Khurd is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khurd?
The pincode of Khurd is 141414.
What is the population of Khurd?
Khurd had a total population of 217, including 115 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Khurd?
Khurd had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khurd was 76.02%. Male literacy was 77.88% and female literacy was 73.91%.