Khehra - Baba Bakala, Amritsar
Khehra is a village situated in the Baba Bakala tehsil of Amritsar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baba Bakala and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Amritsar . Khera Bala Chak Mashmu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khehra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khehra is 037767. The village covers a total geographical area of 140 hectares and falls under the 143119 pincode. Jandiala is the nearest town.
Khehra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Majitha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amritsar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khehra
According to the 2011 Census, Khehra village had a total population of 900 people, including 455 males and 445 females, living in 185 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.77%, with male literacy at 82.96% and female literacy at 70.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 900 | 455 | 445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 50 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 618 | 336 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 119 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Khehra
Khehra 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 Khehra
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Khehra. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khehra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Amritsar to Khehra is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khehra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khehra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khehra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khehra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khehra
Where is Khehra located?
Khehra village is located in Baba Bakala Tehsil, Amritsar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khehra?
The Gram Panchayat of Khehra is Khera Bala Chak Mashmu.
What is the pincode of Khehra?
The pincode of Khehra is 143119.
What is the population of Khehra?
Khehra had a total population of 900, including 455 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Khehra?
Khehra had 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khehra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khehra was 76.77%. Male literacy was 82.96% and female literacy was 70.50%.