Khera

Khera is a village located in Sisai subdivision of Gumla district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Sisai (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Gumla. As per 2009 stats, Ghaghra is the gram panchayat of Khera village.

Here you can discover what makes Khera unique in its vibrant Sisai-Gumla region. You’ll see Khera’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 Khera

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khera is 375657. The village spans a total geographical area of 742 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835224. Sisai is nearest town to Khera village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Khera 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 Sisai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Lohardaga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Khera

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Population of Khera

According to the 2011 Census, Khera has a total population of about 1,191, with approximately 607 males and 584 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 222 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 7 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,149. The overall literacy rate is approximately 42.65%, with male literacy at about 56.34% and female literacy near 28.42%. There are around 179 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,191 607 584
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 222 117 105
Scheduled Castes (SC) 7 3 4
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,149 585 564
Literate Population 508 342 166
Illiterate Population 683 265 418

Connectivity of Khera

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

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

Nearby Villages of Khera

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Khera

Where is Khera located?
Khera village is situated in Sisai Subdivision, within the Gumla district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Khera is Ghaghra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Khera?
The pincode of Khera is 835224, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khera as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khera is 1,191, with 607 males and 584 females.
How many households are there in Khera as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khera village has a total of 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khera as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khera is 42.65%. The male literacy rate is 56.34%, while the female literacy rate is 28.42%.