Khera Uperla - Nalagarh, Solan
Khera Uperla is a village situated in the Nalagarh tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Khera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khera Uperla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khera Uperla is 020991. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.55 hectares and falls under the 174101 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Khera Uperla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khera Uperla
As per Census 2011, Khera Uperla village has a total population of 678 people, consisting of 407 males and 271 females. The village has 168 households and a sex ratio of 665 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 451 literate and 227 illiterate residents. Additionally, 128 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khera Uperla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 678 | 407 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 45 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 82 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 451 | 308 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 99 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Khera Uperla
Khera Uperla 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 Uperla
Public transport in the Khera Uperla is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Solan to Khera Uperla is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khera Uperla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khera Uperla 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khera Uperla
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 Uperla 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khera Uperla
Where is Khera Uperla located?
Khera Uperla village is located in Nalagarh Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khera Uperla?
The Gram Panchayat of Khera Uperla is Khera.
What is the pincode of Khera Uperla?
The pincode of Khera Uperla is 174101.
What is the population of Khera Uperla?
Khera Uperla has a total population of 678, including 407 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Khera Uperla?
There are 168 households in Khera Uperla.
What is the literacy rate in Khera Uperla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khera Uperla is 66.52%. Male literacy is 75.68% and female literacy is 52.77%.