Khera - Malia Hatina, Junagadh
Khera is a village situated in the Malia Hatina taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Malia and around 68 km from Junagadh. Khera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khera is 514880. The village covers a total geographical area of 1056.43 hectares and falls under the 362250 pincode. Chorvad is the nearest town, located about 6 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 Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khera
According to the 2011 Census, Khera village had a total population of 2,725 people, including 1,348 males and 1,377 females, living in 517 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.48%, with male literacy at 83.76% and female literacy at 59.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 163, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 2,725 | 1,348 | 1,377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 147 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 84 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,737 | 1,006 | 731 |
| Illiterate Population | 988 | 342 | 646 |
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 auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Khera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chorvad to Khera is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Khera is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khera
Where is Khera located?
Khera village is located in Malia Hatina Taluka, Junagadh 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 362250.
What is the population of Khera?
Khera had a total population of 2,725, including 1,348 males and 1,377 females.
How many households are there in Khera?
Khera had 517 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khera was 71.48%. Male literacy was 83.76% and female literacy was 59.48%.