Khera - Mulana St, Ambala
Khera is a village situated in the Mulana St tehsil of Ambala district, Haryana. It is located approximately 12 km from Barara and around 32 km from Ambala. Khera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khera is 057588. The village covers a total geographical area of 350 hectares and falls under the 133203 pincode. Ambala Cantt. is the nearest town.
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 Mulana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khera
As per Census 2011, Khera village has a total population of 1,264 people, consisting of 679 males and 585 females. The village has 236 households and a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 773 literate and 491 illiterate residents. Additionally, 675 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,264 | 679 | 585 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 84 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 675 | 360 | 315 |
| Literate Population | 773 | 460 | 313 |
| Illiterate Population | 491 | 219 | 272 |
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 bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ambala to Khera is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khera
Where is Khera located?
Khera village is located in Mulana St Tehsil, Ambala district, Haryana, 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 133203.
What is the population of Khera?
Khera has a total population of 1,264, including 679 males and 585 females.
How many households are there in Khera?
There are 236 households in Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khera is 61.16%. Male literacy is 67.75% and female literacy is 53.50%.