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.
Kheper has its own place in the vibrant Jammu region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
Google Map of Kheper
Population of Kheper
Below is a concise population overview of Kheper as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kheper village:
- The total population of Kheper village is around 838, including approximately 459 males and 379 females, with a sex ratio of 825 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 112 children aged 0–6 years in Kheper village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kheper village has 590 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kheper village is about 67.06%, with male literacy at 71.68% and female literacy at 61.48%.
- There are around 175 households in Kheper village.
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%.