Kherabera - Topchanchi, Dhanbad
Kherabera is a village situated in the Topchanchi subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Topchanchi and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Chaita serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kherabera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kherabera is 361339. The village covers a total geographical area of 317.2 hectares and falls under the 828402 pincode.
Kherabera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kherabera
According to the 2011 Census, Kherabera village had a total population of 1,687 people, including 892 males and 795 females, living in 303 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.44%, with male literacy at 83.92% and female literacy at 59.71%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,687 | 892 | 795 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 121 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,062 | 647 | 415 |
| Illiterate Population | 625 | 245 | 380 |
Nearby Villages of Kherabera
Kherabera 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 Kherabera
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kherabera. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kherabera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Kherabera is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kherabera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kherabera 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 Kherabera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kherabera 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kherabera
Where is Kherabera located?
Kherabera village is located in Topchanchi Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kherabera?
The Gram Panchayat of Kherabera is Chaita.
What is the pincode of Kherabera?
The pincode of Kherabera is 828402.
What is the population of Kherabera?
Kherabera had a total population of 1,687, including 892 males and 795 females.
How many households are there in Kherabera?
Kherabera had 303 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kherabera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kherabera was 72.44%. Male literacy was 83.92% and female literacy was 59.71%.