Khoja - Balachaur, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar
Khoja is a village situated in the Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balachaur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . Khoja Bet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khoja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khoja is 032354. The village covers a total geographical area of 157 hectares and falls under the 144521 pincode. Balachaur is the nearest town.
Khoja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khoja
According to the 2011 Census, Khoja village had a total population of 416 people, including 203 males and 213 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 1,049 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.93%, with male literacy at 84.41% and female literacy at 71.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 181.
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 | 416 | 203 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 17 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 86 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 293 | 157 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 46 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Khoja
Khoja 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 Khoja
Khoja is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khoja.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar to Khoja is about 25 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 Khoja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khoja 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 Khoja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khoja 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 Khoja
Where is Khoja located?
Khoja village is located in Balachaur Tehsil, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khoja?
The Gram Panchayat of Khoja is Khoja Bet.
What is the pincode of Khoja?
The pincode of Khoja is 144521.
What is the population of Khoja?
Khoja had a total population of 416, including 203 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Khoja?
Khoja had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khoja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khoja was 77.93%. Male literacy was 84.41% and female literacy was 71.58%.