Kallar Khera - Abohar, Fazilka
Kallar Khera is a village situated in the Abohar tehsil of Fazilka district, Punjab. It is located approximately 27 km from Abohar and around 103 km from Firozpur. Kaler Khera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kallar Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kallar Khera is 035157. The village covers a total geographical area of 1837 hectares and falls under the 152132 pincode. Abohar is the nearest town.
Kallar 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 Abohar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kallar Khera
As per Census 2011, Kallar Khera village has a total population of 5,505 people, consisting of 2,927 males and 2,578 females. The village has 1,000 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 760 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,277 literate and 2,228 illiterate residents. Additionally, 875 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kallar Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,505 | 2,927 | 2,578 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 760 | 439 | 321 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 875 | 476 | 399 |
| Literate Population | 3,277 | 1,947 | 1,330 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,228 | 980 | 1,248 |
Nearby Villages of Kallar Khera
Kallar Khera 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 Kallar Khera
Kallar Khera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kallar Khera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Firozpur to Kallar Khera is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kallar Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kallar Khera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kallar 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 Kallar Khera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kallar Khera
Where is Kallar Khera located?
Kallar Khera village is located in Abohar Tehsil, Fazilka district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kallar Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Kallar Khera is Kaler Khera.
What is the pincode of Kallar Khera?
The pincode of Kallar Khera is 152132.
What is the population of Kallar Khera?
Kallar Khera has a total population of 5,505, including 2,927 males and 2,578 females.
How many households are there in Kallar Khera?
There are 1,000 households in Kallar Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Kallar Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kallar Khera is 59.53%. Male literacy is 66.52% and female literacy is 51.59%.