Khera - Mohangarh, Tikamgarh
Khera is a village situated in the Mohangarh tehsil of Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohangarh and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Tikamgarh. Khaira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khera is 456861. The village covers a total geographical area of 935.66 hectares and falls under the 472001 pincode. Tikamgarh is the nearest town, located about 17 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 Prithvipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tikamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khera
As per Census 2011, Khera village has a total population of 2,860 people, consisting of 1,487 males and 1,373 females. The village has 577 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 532 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,309 literate and 1,551 illiterate residents. Additionally, 447 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,860 | 1,487 | 1,373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 532 | 275 | 257 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 447 | 227 | 220 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,309 | 808 | 501 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,551 | 679 | 872 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Batwaha | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Majguwan | North | 2.38 km |
| Madkhera | South-West | 2.47 km |
| Vijaypur | West | 2.52 km |
| Hasgora | South | 2.53 km |
| Puchhi | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Nandanpur | North-West | 3.12 km |
| Semarkhera | South-West | 3.14 km |
| Padwar | North | 3.38 km |
| Barmatal | North-East | 3.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khera
Khera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tikamgarh, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tikamgarh to Khera is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khera
Where is Khera located?
Khera village is located in Mohangarh Tehsil, Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Khera is Khaira.
What is the pincode of Khera?
The pincode of Khera is 472001.
What is the population of Khera?
Khera has a total population of 2,860, including 1,487 males and 1,373 females.
How many households are there in Khera?
There are 577 households in Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khera is 45.77%. Male literacy is 54.34% and female literacy is 36.49%.