Kherla
Kherla is a village located in Bamori tehsil of Guna district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Bamori (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Guna. As per 2009 stats, Dongarpur is the gram panchayat of Kherla village.
Here you can discover what makes Kherla unique in its vibrant Bamori-Guna region. You’ll see Kherla’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 Kherla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kherla is 499014. The village spans a total geographical area of 402 hectares. Guna is nearest town to Kherla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 68km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kherla 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 Bamori Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Guna Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kherla
Population of Kherla
According to the 2011 Census, Kherla has a total population of about 1,530, with approximately 788 males and 742 females. The sex ratio is around 941 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 238 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 303 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 266. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.91%, with male literacy at about 69.80% and female literacy near 45.28%. There are around 244 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kherla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,530 | 788 | 742 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 118 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 303 | 152 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 266 | 138 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 886 | 550 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 644 | 238 | 406 |
Connectivity of Kherla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kherla. As per the 2011 stats, Kherla 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kherla
Knowing the nearby villages of Kherla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kherla.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kherla
- Where is Kherla located?
- Kherla village is situated in Bamori Tehsil, within the Guna district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kherla?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kherla is Dongarpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kherla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kherla is 1,530, with 788 males and 742 females.
- How many households are there in Kherla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kherla village has a total of 244 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kherla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kherla is 57.91%. The male literacy rate is 69.80%, while the female literacy rate is 45.28%.