Khera
Khera is a village located in Thanesar tehsil of Kurukshetra district in Haryana, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Thanesar (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Kurukshetra. As per 2009 stats, Khera village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Khera unique in its vibrant Thanesar-Kurukshetra region. You’ll see Khera’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 Khera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khera is 058580. The village spans a total geographical area of 241 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 132156. Ladwa is nearest town to Khera village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Khera 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 Shahbad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Khera
Population of Khera
According to the 2011 Census, Khera has a total population of about 1,120, with approximately 593 males and 527 females. The sex ratio is around 888 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 157 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 281 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 67.50%, with male literacy at about 73.86% and female literacy near 60.34%. There are around 198 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,120 | 593 | 527 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 87 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 281 | 155 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 756 | 438 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 364 | 155 | 209 |
Connectivity of Khera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khera. As per the 2011 stats, Khera 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khera
Knowing the nearby villages of Khera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khera
- Where is Khera located?
- Khera village is situated in Thanesar Tehsil, within the Kurukshetra district of Haryana, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khera?
- Khera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Khera?
- The pincode of Khera is 132156, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khera is 1,120, with 593 males and 527 females.
- How many households are there in Khera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khera village has a total of 198 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khera is 67.50%. The male literacy rate is 73.86%, while the female literacy rate is 60.34%.