Khelan - Dera Bassi, S.A.S Nagar
Khelan is a village situated in the Dera Bassi tehsil of S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 38 km from Dera Bassi and around 58 km from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. Khelan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khelan is 039271. The village covers a total geographical area of 361 hectares and falls under the 140501 pincode. Ambala is the nearest town.
Khelan 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 Khelan
According to the 2011 Census, Khelan village had a total population of 2,339 people, including 1,233 males and 1,106 females, living in 424 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.64%, with male literacy at 84.72% and female literacy at 69.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 652.
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 | 2,339 | 1,233 | 1,106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 166 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 652 | 340 | 312 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,590 | 904 | 686 |
| Illiterate Population | 749 | 329 | 420 |
Nearby Villages of Khelan
Khelan 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 Khelan
Khelan 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 Khelan.
| 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 Khelan is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khelan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khelan 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 Khelan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khelan 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khelan
Where is Khelan located?
Khelan village is located in Dera Bassi Tehsil, S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khelan?
Khelan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khelan?
The pincode of Khelan is 140501.
What is the population of Khelan?
Khelan had a total population of 2,339, including 1,233 males and 1,106 females.
How many households are there in Khelan?
Khelan had 424 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khelan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khelan was 77.64%. Male literacy was 84.72% and female literacy was 69.93%.