Khera - Gaurihar, Chhatarpur
Khera is a village situated in the Gaurihar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaurihar and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Khera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khera is 457387. The village covers a total geographical area of 964.82 hectares and falls under the 471510 pincode. Barigarh is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
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 Chandla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khera
According to the 2011 Census, Khera village had a total population of 2,290 people, including 1,296 males and 994 females, living in 410 households. The sex ratio was 767 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.34%, with male literacy at 82.20% and female literacy at 56.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,094, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 2,290 | 1,296 | 994 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 322 | 167 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,094 | 604 | 490 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 14 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,404 | 928 | 476 |
| Illiterate Population | 886 | 368 | 518 |
Nearby Villages of Khera
Khera 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 Khera
Khera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barigarh to Khera is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Khera is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khera
Where is Khera located?
Khera village is located in Gaurihar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khera?
Khera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khera?
The pincode of Khera is 471510.
What is the population of Khera?
Khera had a total population of 2,290, including 1,296 males and 994 females.
How many households are there in Khera?
Khera had 410 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khera was 71.34%. Male literacy was 82.20% and female literacy was 56.73%.