Khara - Mansa
Khara is a village situated in the Mansa tehsil of Mansa district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from Mansa, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Khara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khara is 036094. The village covers a total geographical area of 773 hectares and falls under the 151509 pincode. Mansa is the nearest town.
Khara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mansa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bathinda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khara
As per Census 2011, Khara village has a total population of 1,973 people, consisting of 1,070 males and 903 females. The village has 375 households and a sex ratio of 843 females per 1,000 males. There are 271 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,039 literate and 934 illiterate residents. Additionally, 404 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,973 | 1,070 | 903 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 153 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 404 | 210 | 194 |
| Literate Population | 1,039 | 625 | 414 |
| Illiterate Population | 934 | 445 | 489 |
Nearby Villages of Khara
Khara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hirewala | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Pipllian | South | 2.70 km |
| Barnala | North-West | 2.97 km |
| Nangal Kalan | West | 4.80 km |
| Mandhali | South | 4.89 km |
| Jawahar Ke | North-West | 5.95 km |
| Deluana | South-West | 6.42 km |
| Tahlian | South | 6.58 km |
| Nangal Khurd | West | 7.03 km |
| Joian | South | 8.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khara
Khara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Narindarpura, while the nearest airport is Hissar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mansa to Khara is about 8 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 Khara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khara
Where is Khara located?
Khara village is located in Mansa Tehsil, Mansa district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khara?
Khara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khara?
The pincode of Khara is 151509.
What is the population of Khara?
Khara has a total population of 1,973, including 1,070 males and 903 females.
How many households are there in Khara?
There are 375 households in Khara.
What is the literacy rate in Khara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khara is 52.66%. Male literacy is 58.41% and female literacy is 45.85%.