Khera - Thanesar, Kurukshetra
Khera is a village situated in the Thanesar tehsil of Kurukshetra district, Haryana. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thanesar and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Kurukshetra. Khera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khera is 058580. The village covers a total geographical area of 241 hectares and falls under the 136135 pincode. Ladwa 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 Shahbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khera
As per Census 2011, Khera village has a total population of 1,120 people, consisting of 593 males and 527 females. The village has 198 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 157 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 756 literate and 364 illiterate residents. Additionally, 281 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,120 | 593 | 527 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 87 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 281 | 155 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 756 | 438 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 364 | 155 | 209 |
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 Kurukshetra to Khera is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| 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 Thanesar Tehsil, Kurukshetra 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 136135.
What is the population of Khera?
Khera has a total population of 1,120, including 593 males and 527 females.
How many households are there in Khera?
There are 198 households in Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khera is 67.50%. Male literacy is 73.86% and female literacy is 60.34%.