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.

Here you can discover what makes Khelan unique in its vibrant Dera Bassi-Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Khelan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

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.

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Population of Khelan

According to the 2011 Census, Khelan has a total population of about 2,339, with approximately 1,233 males and 1,106 females. The sex ratio is around 896 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 291 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 652 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.98%, with male literacy at about 73.32% and female literacy near 62.03%. There are around 424 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khelan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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)
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%.