Khera - Sutrapada, Gir Somnath
Khera is a village situated in the Sutrapada taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from Sutrapada and around 120 km from Junagadh. Khera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khera is 515086. The village covers a total geographical area of 453.83 hectares and falls under the 362268 pincode. Kodinar is the nearest town, located about 13 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 Talala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khera
As per Census 2011, Khera village has a total population of 1,016 people, consisting of 523 males and 493 females. The village has 154 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 742 literate and 274 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,016 | 523 | 493 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 51 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 742 | 416 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 107 | 167 |
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
Public transport in the Khera is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Kodinar to Khera is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khera
Where is Khera located?
Khera village is located in Sutrapada Taluka, Gir Somnath 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 362268.
What is the population of Khera?
Khera has a total population of 1,016, including 523 males and 493 females.
How many households are there in Khera?
There are 154 households in Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khera is 73.03%. Male literacy is 79.54% and female literacy is 66.13%.