Khera Kalan - Saraswati Nagar St, Yamunanagar
Khera Kalan is a village situated in the Saraswati Nagar St tehsil of Yamunanagar district, Haryana. It is located approximately 17 km from Jagadhri and around 20 km from Yamunanagar. Khera Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khera Kalan is 057693. The village covers a total geographical area of 207 hectares and falls under the 133103 pincode. Jagadhri is the nearest town.
Khera Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sadhaura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khera Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Khera Kalan village had a total population of 880 people, including 454 males and 426 females, living in 168 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.06%, with male literacy at 84.41% and female literacy at 71.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 578.
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 | 880 | 454 | 426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 37 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 578 | 303 | 275 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 619 | 352 | 267 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 102 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Khera Kalan
Khera Kalan 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 Kalan
Khera Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Yamunanagar to Khera Kalan is about 20 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 Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khera Kalan 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khera Kalan
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 Kalan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khera Kalan
Where is Khera Kalan located?
Khera Kalan village is located in Saraswati Nagar St Tehsil, Yamunanagar district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khera Kalan?
Khera Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khera Kalan?
The pincode of Khera Kalan is 133103.
What is the population of Khera Kalan?
Khera Kalan had a total population of 880, including 454 males and 426 females.
How many households are there in Khera Kalan?
Khera Kalan had 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khera Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khera Kalan was 78.06%. Male literacy was 84.41% and female literacy was 71.01%.