Khera

Khera is a village located in Baba Bakala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Baba Bakala (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Khera Bala Chak Mashmu is the gram panchayat of Khera village.

Khera has its own place in the vibrant Amritsar 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 Khera

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khera is 037767. The village spans a total geographical area of 140 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143119. Jandiala is nearest town to Khera village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Khera 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 Majitha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amritsar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Khera

Below is a concise population overview of Khera as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 900 455 445
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 95 50 45
Scheduled Castes (SC) 34 20 14
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 618 336 282
Illiterate Population 282 119 163

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khera village:

  • The total population of Khera village is around 900, including approximately 455 males and 445 females, with a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 95 children aged 0–6 years in Khera village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Khera village has 34 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Khera village is about 68.67%, with male literacy at 73.85% and female literacy at 63.37%.
  • There are around 185 households in Khera village.

Connectivity of Khera

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khera. As per the 2011 stats, Khera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Khera

Knowing the nearby villages of Khera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khera.

Frequently Asked Questions about Khera

Where is Khera located?
Khera village is situated in Baba Bakala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Khera is Khera Bala Chak Mashmu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Khera?
The pincode of Khera is 143119, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khera as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khera is 900, with 455 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Khera as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khera village has a total of 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khera as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khera is 68.67%. The male literacy rate is 73.85%, while the female literacy rate is 63.37%.