Kherana
Kherana is a village located in Baleshwar Sadar tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Baleshwar Sadar (tehsildar office) and 8km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Saragan is the gram panchayat of Kherana village.
Kherana has its own place in the vibrant Baleshwar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kherana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kherana is 392820. The village spans a total geographical area of 93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756002. Baleshwar is nearest town to Kherana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kherana 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 Remuna Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balasore Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kherana
Population of Kherana
Below is a concise population overview of Kherana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kherana village:
- The total population of Kherana village is around 330, including approximately 167 males and 163 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 36 children aged 0–6 years in Kherana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kherana village has 49 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 78 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kherana village is about 79.09%, with male literacy at 86.23% and female literacy at 71.78%.
- There are around 71 households in Kherana village.
Connectivity of Kherana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kherana. As per the 2011 stats, Kherana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kherana
Knowing the nearby villages of Kherana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kherana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kherana
- Where is Kherana located?
- Kherana village is situated in Baleshwar Sadar Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kherana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kherana is Saragan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kherana?
- The pincode of Kherana is 756002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kherana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kherana is 330, with 167 males and 163 females.
- How many households are there in Kherana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kherana village has a total of 71 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kherana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kherana is 79.09%. The male literacy rate is 86.23%, while the female literacy rate is 71.78%.