Kheri
Kheri is a village located in Bishnah tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Bishnah (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Kheri village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kheri unique in its vibrant Bishnah-Jammu region. You’ll see Kheri’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 Kheri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kheri is 006198. The village spans a total geographical area of 382 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181132. Bishnah is nearest town to Kheri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kheri 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 Bishnah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jammu Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kheri
Population of Kheri
According to the 2011 Census, Kheri has a total population of about 4,179, with approximately 2,153 males and 2,026 females. The sex ratio is around 941 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 596 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 968 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 477. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.75%, with male literacy at about 70.18% and female literacy near 58.98%. There are around 828 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kheri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,179 | 2,153 | 2,026 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 596 | 342 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 968 | 516 | 452 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 477 | 247 | 230 |
| Literate Population | 2,706 | 1,511 | 1,195 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,473 | 642 | 831 |
Connectivity of Kheri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kheri. As per the 2011 stats, Kheri 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 Kheri
Knowing the nearby villages of Kheri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kheri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kheri
- Where is Kheri located?
- Kheri village is situated in Bishnah Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kheri?
- Kheri serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kheri?
- The pincode of Kheri is 181132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kheri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kheri is 4,179, with 2,153 males and 2,026 females.
- How many households are there in Kheri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kheri village has a total of 828 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kheri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kheri is 64.75%. The male literacy rate is 70.18%, while the female literacy rate is 58.98%.