Khaktan Khurd - Patiala
Khaktan Khurd is a village situated in the Patiala tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from Patiala, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Khaktan Khurd village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaktan Khurd is 036684. The village covers a total geographical area of 114 hectares and falls under the 147111 pincode. Sanaur is the nearest town.
Khaktan Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khaktan Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Khaktan Khurd village had a total population of 342 people, including 201 males and 141 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 701 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.08%, with male literacy at 78.21% and female literacy at 70.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 342 | 201 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 22 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 140 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 61 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Khaktan Khurd
Khaktan 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 Khaktan Khurd
Khaktan Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Patiala to Khaktan Khurd is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khaktan Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaktan Khurd 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khaktan 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 Khaktan Khurd 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 Khaktan Khurd
Where is Khaktan Khurd located?
Khaktan Khurd village is located in Patiala Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khaktan Khurd?
Khaktan Khurd is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khaktan Khurd?
The pincode of Khaktan Khurd is 147111.
What is the population of Khaktan Khurd?
Khaktan Khurd had a total population of 342, including 201 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Khaktan Khurd?
Khaktan Khurd had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khaktan Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaktan Khurd was 75.08%. Male literacy was 78.21% and female literacy was 70.90%.