Khera Village - 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
As per Census 2011, Khera village has a total population of 2,725 people, consisting of 1,348 males and 1,377 females. The village has 517 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 295 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,737 literate and 988 illiterate residents. Additionally, 163 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khera are given below:
| Particulars | 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 has a total population of 2,725, including 1,348 males and 1,377 females.
How many households are there in Khera?
There are 517 households in Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khera is 63.74%. Male literacy is 74.63% and female literacy is 53.09%.