Kherva
Kherva is a village located in Wankaner taluka of Rajkot district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Wankaner (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Rajkot. As per 2009 stats, Kherva village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kherva unique in its vibrant Wankaner-Rajkot region. You’ll see Kherva’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kherva
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kherva is 512844. The village spans a total geographical area of 1874.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 363621. Wankaner is nearest town to Kherva village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kherva village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Wankaner Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Rajkot Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kherva
Population of Kherva
According to the 2011 Census, Kherva has a total population of about 1,402, with approximately 713 males and 689 females. The sex ratio is around 966 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 170 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.11%, with male literacy at about 78.82% and female literacy near 71.26%. There are around 232 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kherva's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,402 | 713 | 689 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 87 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,053 | 562 | 491 |
| Illiterate Population | 349 | 151 | 198 |
Connectivity of Kherva
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kherva. As per the 2011 stats, Kherva had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kherva
Knowing the nearby villages of Kherva helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kherva.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kherva
- Where is Kherva located?
- Kherva village is situated in Wankaner Taluka, within the Rajkot district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kherva?
- Kherva serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kherva?
- The pincode of Kherva is 363621, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kherva as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kherva is 1,402, with 713 males and 689 females.
- How many households are there in Kherva as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kherva village has a total of 232 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kherva as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kherva is 75.11%. The male literacy rate is 78.82%, while the female literacy rate is 71.26%.