Kheper

Kheper is a village located in Ranbir Singh Pora tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Rs Pura (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Jassore is the gram panchayat of Kheper village.

Here you can discover what makes Kheper unique in its vibrant Ranbir Singh Pora-Jammu region. You’ll see Kheper’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 Kheper

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kheper is 006008. The village spans a total geographical area of 140.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181102. R.s.pura is nearest town to Kheper village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kheper 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 Suchet Garh 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.

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Population of Kheper

According to the 2011 Census, Kheper has a total population of about 838, with approximately 459 males and 379 females. The sex ratio is around 825 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 112 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 590 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.06%, with male literacy at about 71.68% and female literacy near 61.48%. There are around 175 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kheper's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 838 459 379
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 112 68 44
Scheduled Castes (SC) 590 314 276
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 562 329 233
Illiterate Population 276 130 146

Connectivity of Kheper

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kheper. As per the 2011 stats, Kheper had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kheper

Knowing the nearby villages of Kheper helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kheper.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kheper

Where is Kheper located?
Kheper village is situated in Ranbir Singh Pora Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kheper?
The Gram Panchayat of Kheper is Jassore (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kheper?
The pincode of Kheper is 181102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kheper as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kheper is 838, with 459 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Kheper as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kheper village has a total of 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kheper as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kheper is 67.06%. The male literacy rate is 71.68%, while the female literacy rate is 61.48%.