Khera - Siwani, Bhiwani
Khera is a village situated in the Siwani tehsil of Bhiwani district, Haryana. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Siwani and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhiwani. Dhani Balhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khera is 061275. The village covers a total geographical area of 2115 hectares and falls under the 127046 pincode. Siwani 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 Loharu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwani-Mahendragarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khera
According to the 2011 Census, Khera village had a total population of 2,820 people, including 1,486 males and 1,334 females, living in 541 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.10%, with male literacy at 76.96% and female literacy at 56.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 963.
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 | 2,820 | 1,486 | 1,334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 355 | 188 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 963 | 505 | 458 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,654 | 999 | 655 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,166 | 487 | 679 |
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. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhiwani to Khera is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khera
Where is Khera located?
Khera village is located in Siwani Tehsil, Bhiwani district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Khera is Dhani Balhara.
What is the pincode of Khera?
The pincode of Khera is 127046.
What is the population of Khera?
Khera had a total population of 2,820, including 1,486 males and 1,334 females.
How many households are there in Khera?
Khera had 541 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khera was 67.10%. Male literacy was 76.96% and female literacy was 56.13%.