Khaira Kalan - Sardulgarh, Mansa
Khaira Kalan is a village situated in the Sardulgarh tehsil of Mansa district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sardulgarh and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Mansa. Khaira Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaira Kalan is 035957. The village covers a total geographical area of 1344 hectares and falls under the 151507 pincode. Sardulgarh is the nearest town.
Khaira 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 Khaira Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Khaira Kalan village had a total population of 3,535 people, including 1,825 males and 1,710 females, living in 655 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 75.70% and female literacy at 57.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,407.
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 | 3,535 | 1,825 | 1,710 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 409 | 212 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,407 | 710 | 697 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,084 | 1,221 | 863 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,451 | 604 | 847 |
Nearby Villages of Khaira Kalan
Khaira Kalan 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 Khaira Kalan
Khaira Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Khaira Kalan is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khaira Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaira Kalan 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khaira 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 Khaira Kalan 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Khaira Kalan
Where is Khaira Kalan located?
Khaira Kalan village is located in Sardulgarh Tehsil, Mansa district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khaira Kalan?
Khaira Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khaira Kalan?
The pincode of Khaira Kalan is 151507.
What is the population of Khaira Kalan?
Khaira Kalan had a total population of 3,535, including 1,825 males and 1,710 females.
How many households are there in Khaira Kalan?
Khaira Kalan had 655 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khaira Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaira Kalan was 66.67%. Male literacy was 75.70% and female literacy was 57.04%.