Khera

Khera is a village located in Nalagarh tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 88km away from district headquarter Nalagarh. Nalagarh is the sub-district headquarter of Khera village. As per 2009 stats, Barian is the gram panchayat of Khera village.

Here you can discover what makes Khera unique in its vibrant Nalagarh-Solan 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 021014. The village spans a total geographical area of 88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174101. Nalagarh 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 Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Khera

According to the 2011 Census, Khera has a total population of about 160, with approximately 77 males and 83 females. The sex ratio is around 1077 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 23 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 160 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 60.00%, with male literacy at about 70.13% and female literacy near 50.60%. There are around 30 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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 160 77 83
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 23 8 15
Scheduled Castes (SC) 160 77 83
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 96 54 42
Illiterate Population 64 23 41

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 Nalagarh Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Khera is Barian (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Khera?
The pincode of Khera is 174101, 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 160, with 77 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Khera as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khera village has a total of 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khera as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khera is 60.00%. The male literacy rate is 70.13%, while the female literacy rate is 50.60%.