Kherana - Balasore
Kherana is a village situated in the Balasore tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Baleshwar Sadar and around 8 km from Baleshwar. Saragan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kherana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kherana is 392820. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 756002 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kherana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Remuna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kherana
As per Census 2011, Kherana village has a total population of 330 people, consisting of 167 males and 163 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 261 literate and 69 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 78 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kherana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 330 | 167 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 14 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 32 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 144 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 23 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Kherana
Kherana 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 Kherana
Public transport in the Kherana is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kherana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Kherana is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Kherana is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kherana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kherana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kherana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kherana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kherana
Where is Kherana located?
Kherana village is located in Balasore Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kherana?
The Gram Panchayat of Kherana is Saragan.
What is the pincode of Kherana?
The pincode of Kherana is 756002.
What is the population of Kherana?
Kherana has a total population of 330, including 167 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Kherana?
There are 71 households in Kherana.
What is the literacy rate in Kherana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kherana is 79.09%. Male literacy is 86.23% and female literacy is 71.78%.