Khota - Nihal Singhwala, Moga
Khota is a village situated in the Nihal Singhwala tehsil of Moga district, Punjab. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nihal Singhwala and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Moga. Khote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khota is 033926. The village covers a total geographical area of 745 hectares and falls under the 142046 pincode. Bagha Purana is the nearest town.
Khota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nihal singhwala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Faridkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khota
As per Census 2011, Khota village has a total population of 3,260 people, consisting of 1,733 males and 1,527 females. The village has 649 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 311 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,891 literate and 1,369 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,414 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,260 | 1,733 | 1,527 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 311 | 164 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,414 | 742 | 672 |
| Literate Population | 1,891 | 1,103 | 788 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,369 | 630 | 739 |
Nearby Villages of Khota
Khota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patto Jawahar Singh | East | 1.76 km |
| Bare Wala | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Didare Wala | South-West | 3.10 km |
| Patto Hira Singh | South | 3.56 km |
| Bir Raoke | North-East | 3.59 km |
| Patto Didar Singh | South-West | 3.69 km |
| Manuke | West | 3.77 km |
| Ransin Khurd | East | 3.98 km |
| Raoke Kallan | North-East | 5.20 km |
| Gholia Khurd | North-West | 5.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khota
Public transport in the Khota is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Parao Mahna, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.7 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 Moga to Khota is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khota 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khota
Where is Khota located?
Khota village is located in Nihal Singhwala Tehsil, Moga district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khota?
The Gram Panchayat of Khota is Khote.
What is the pincode of Khota?
The pincode of Khota is 142046.
What is the population of Khota?
Khota has a total population of 3,260, including 1,733 males and 1,527 females.
How many households are there in Khota?
There are 649 households in Khota.
What is the literacy rate in Khota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khota is 58.01%. Male literacy is 63.65% and female literacy is 51.60%.