Joulan Khurd - Dera Bassi, S.A.S Nagar
Joulan Khurd is a village situated in the Dera Bassi tehsil of S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from Dera Bassi and around 50 km from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. Jola Khurad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Joulan Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joulan Khurd is 039280. The village covers a total geographical area of 312 hectares and falls under the 140501 pincode. Dera Bassi is the nearest town.
Joulan 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 Dera bassi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Joulan Khurd
As per Census 2011, Joulan Khurd village has a total population of 944 people, consisting of 493 males and 451 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 551 literate and 393 illiterate residents. Additionally, 375 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Joulan Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 944 | 493 | 451 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 62 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 375 | 191 | 184 |
| Literate Population | 551 | 311 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 393 | 182 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Joulan Khurd
Joulan 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 Joulan Khurd
Joulan Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Joulan Khurd.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar to Joulan Khurd is about 50 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 Joulan Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joulan Khurd 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Joulan 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 Joulan Khurd 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 Joulan Khurd
Where is Joulan Khurd located?
Joulan Khurd village is located in Dera Bassi Tehsil, S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Joulan Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Joulan Khurd is Jola Khurad.
What is the pincode of Joulan Khurd?
The pincode of Joulan Khurd is 140501.
What is the population of Joulan Khurd?
Joulan Khurd has a total population of 944, including 493 males and 451 females.
How many households are there in Joulan Khurd?
There are 158 households in Joulan Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Joulan Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joulan Khurd is 58.37%. Male literacy is 63.08% and female literacy is 53.22%.