Khera - Ramshahr, Solan
Khera is a village situated in the Ramshahr tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Badhokhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khera is 020712. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 173218 pincode. Nalagarh 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 Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khera
As per Census 2011, Khera village has a total population of 51 people, consisting of 27 males and 24 females. The village has 10 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 35 literate and 16 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 23 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 4 | 12 |
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 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 is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khera
Where is Khera located?
Khera village is located in Ramshahr Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Khera is Badhokhari.
What is the pincode of Khera?
The pincode of Khera is 173218.
What is the population of Khera?
Khera has a total population of 51, including 27 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Khera?
There are 10 households in Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khera is 68.63%. Male literacy is 85.19% and female literacy is 50.00%.