Kera Khera - Abohar, Fazilka
Kera Khera is a village situated in the Abohar tehsil of Fazilka district, Punjab. It is located approximately 13 km from Abohar and around 85 km from Firozpur. Kera Khera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kera Khera is 035203. The village covers a total geographical area of 1122 hectares and falls under the 152117 pincode. Abohar is the nearest town.
Kera Khera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kera Khera
According to the 2011 Census, Kera Khera village had a total population of 4,082 people, including 2,197 males and 1,885 females, living in 733 households. The sex ratio was 858 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.42%, with male literacy at 80.89% and female literacy at 62.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 434.
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 | 4,082 | 2,197 | 1,885 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 452 | 245 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 434 | 237 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,629 | 1,579 | 1,050 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,453 | 618 | 835 |
Nearby Villages of Kera Khera
Kera 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 Kera Khera
Public transport in the Kera Khera is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kera Khera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Firozpur to Kera Khera is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kera Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kera 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 Kera 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 Kera Khera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kera Khera
Where is Kera Khera located?
Kera Khera village is located in Abohar Tehsil, Fazilka district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kera Khera?
Kera Khera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kera Khera?
The pincode of Kera Khera is 152117.
What is the population of Kera Khera?
Kera Khera had a total population of 4,082, including 2,197 males and 1,885 females.
How many households are there in Kera Khera?
Kera Khera had 733 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kera Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kera Khera was 72.42%. Male literacy was 80.89% and female literacy was 62.57%.