Khokhar Kalan - Mansa
Khokhar Kalan is a village situated in the Mansa tehsil of Mansa district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from Mansa, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Khokhar Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khokhar Kalan is 036128. The village covers a total geographical area of 1138 hectares and falls under the 151508 pincode. Mansa is the nearest town.
Khokhar Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sardulgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bathinda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khokhar Kalan
As per Census 2011, Khokhar Kalan village has a total population of 3,404 people, consisting of 1,829 males and 1,575 females. The village has 655 households and a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males. There are 388 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,695 literate and 1,709 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,482 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khokhar Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,404 | 1,829 | 1,575 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 388 | 225 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,482 | 784 | 698 |
| Literate Population | 1,695 | 973 | 722 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,709 | 856 | 853 |
Nearby Villages of Khokhar Kalan
Khokhar Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khokhar Khurd | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Thuthian Wali | North-East | 3.80 km |
| Bhaini Bagha | North | 4.01 km |
| Aspal | West | 4.73 km |
| Bhai Desa | North-West | 5.38 km |
| Kotli Kalan | North-West | 5.65 km |
| Man Bibrian | South-West | 6.16 km |
| Mansa Khurd | East | 6.64 km |
| Burj Rathi | North | 6.89 km |
| Jawahar Ke | South-East | 7.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khokhar Kalan
Khokhar Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sadda Singhwala, while the nearest airport is Hissar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mansa to Khokhar Kalan is about 5 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 Khokhar Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khokhar Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khokhar Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khokhar Kalan 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 Khokhar Kalan
Where is Khokhar Kalan located?
Khokhar Kalan village is located in Mansa Tehsil, Mansa district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khokhar Kalan?
Khokhar Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khokhar Kalan?
The pincode of Khokhar Kalan is 151508.
What is the population of Khokhar Kalan?
Khokhar Kalan has a total population of 3,404, including 1,829 males and 1,575 females.
How many households are there in Khokhar Kalan?
There are 655 households in Khokhar Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Khokhar Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khokhar Kalan is 49.79%. Male literacy is 53.20% and female literacy is 45.84%.