Khera - Rajula, Amreli
Khera is a village situated in the Rajula taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajula and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Khera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khera is 515991. The village covers a total geographical area of 803.5 hectares and falls under the 365555 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khera
As per Census 2011, Khera village has a total population of 4,191 people, consisting of 2,136 males and 2,055 females. The village has 735 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 619 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,259 literate and 1,932 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,191 | 2,136 | 2,055 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 619 | 326 | 293 |
| Literate Population | 2,259 | 1,395 | 864 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,932 | 741 | 1,191 |
Nearby Villages of Khera
Khera 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 Khera
Khera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahuva to Khera is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Khera is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khera
Where is Khera located?
Khera village is located in Rajula Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khera?
Khera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khera?
The pincode of Khera is 365555.
What is the population of Khera?
Khera has a total population of 4,191, including 2,136 males and 2,055 females.
How many households are there in Khera?
There are 735 households in Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khera is 53.90%. Male literacy is 65.31% and female literacy is 42.04%.