Khera - Palera, Tikamgarh
Khera is a village situated in the Palera tehsil of Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palera and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Tikamgarh. Khera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khera is 456970. The village covers a total geographical area of 808.03 hectares and falls under the 472221 pincode. Palera is the nearest town, located about 14 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 Jatara 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 1,639 people, consisting of 874 males and 765 females. The village has 294 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 302 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 574 literate and 1,065 illiterate residents. Additionally, 282 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,639 | 874 | 765 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 167 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 282 | 151 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 574 | 373 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,065 | 501 | 564 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mailwar | West | 2.28 km |
| Vijaypur | North-West | 2.34 km |
| Bhanpura | East | 2.41 km |
| Touriya Khas | South | 2.85 km |
| Touriya Ugad | South-West | 3.62 km |
| Kadaura | North | 3.69 km |
| Para | South-East | 3.84 km |
| Chhevla | South-West | 3.87 km |
| Madahar | South | 4.06 km |
| Ajokhar | East | 4.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khera
Khera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rora, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.3 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 Palera to Khera is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tikamgarh to Khera is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khera
Where is Khera located?
Khera village is located in Palera Tehsil, Tikamgarh 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 472221.
What is the population of Khera?
Khera has a total population of 1,639, including 874 males and 765 females.
How many households are there in Khera?
There are 294 households in Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khera is 35.02%. Male literacy is 42.68% and female literacy is 26.27%.