Khelan
Khelan is a village located in Dera Bassi tehsil of Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 38km away from sub-district headquarter Dera Bassi (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Khelan village is also a gram panchayat.
Khelan has its own place in the vibrant Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khelan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khelan is 039271. The village spans a total geographical area of 361 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140501. Ambala is nearest town to Khelan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Khelan
Population of Khelan
Below is a concise population overview of Khelan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,590 | 904 | 686 |
Illiterate Population | 749 | 329 | 420 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khelan village:
- The total population of Khelan village is around 2,339, including approximately 1,233 males and 1,106 females, with a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 291 children aged 0–6 years in Khelan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khelan village has 652 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Khelan village is about 67.98%, with male literacy at 73.32% and female literacy at 62.03%.
- There are around 424 households in Khelan village.
Connectivity of Khelan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khelan. As per the 2011 stats, Khelan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khelan
Knowing the nearby villages of Khelan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khelan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khelan
- Where is Khelan located?
- Khelan village is situated in Dera Bassi Tehsil, within the Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khelan?
- Khelan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Khelan?
- The pincode of Khelan is 140501, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khelan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khelan is 2,339, with 1,233 males and 1,106 females.
- How many households are there in Khelan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khelan village has a total of 424 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khelan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khelan is 67.98%. The male literacy rate is 73.32%, while the female literacy rate is 62.03%.