Khera - Sisai, Gumla
Khera is a village situated in the Sisai subdivision of Gumla district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sisai and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Gumla. Ghaghra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khera is 375657. The village covers a total geographical area of 742 hectares and falls under the 835824 pincode.
Khera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sisai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lohardaga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khera
As per Census 2011, Khera village has a total population of 1,191 people, consisting of 607 males and 584 females. The village has 179 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 222 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 508 literate and 683 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,149 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Khera
Khera is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Puso | North-West | 2.27 km |
| Dari | West | 2.34 km |
| Chegri | South-East | 2.45 km |
| Kurgi | South | 2.67 km |
| Garwali | North | 2.74 km |
| Lawagain | South-East | 3.07 km |
| Banpur | East | 3.43 km |
| Ekamba | North-West | 3.51 km |
| Bando | North-East | 3.64 km |
| Kocha | West | 3.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khera
Khera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Irgaon, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gumla to Khera is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khera
Where is Khera located?
Khera village is located in Sisai Subdivision, Gumla district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Khera is Ghaghra.
What is the pincode of Khera?
The pincode of Khera is 835824.
What is the population of Khera?
Khera has a total population of 1,191, including 607 males and 584 females.
How many households are there in Khera?
There are 179 households in Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khera is 42.65%. Male literacy is 56.34% and female literacy is 28.42%.