Usmaan Khera - Abohar, Fazilka
Usmaan Khera is a village situated in the Abohar tehsil of Fazilka district, Punjab. It is located approximately 30 km from Abohar and around 99 km from Firozpur. Usman Khera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Usmaan Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Usmaan Khera is 035158. The village covers a total geographical area of 1572 hectares and falls under the 152132 pincode. Abohar is the nearest town.
Usmaan 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 Usmaan Khera
As per Census 2011, Usmaan Khera village has a total population of 2,558 people, consisting of 1,376 males and 1,182 females. The village has 487 households and a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males. There are 352 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,390 literate and 1,168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,178 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Usmaan Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,558 | 1,376 | 1,182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 352 | 191 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,178 | 632 | 546 |
| Literate Population | 1,390 | 842 | 548 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,168 | 534 | 634 |
Nearby Villages of Usmaan Khera
Usmaan 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 Usmaan Khera
Usmaan Khera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Usmaan Khera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Usmaan Khera is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Usmaan Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Usmaan Khera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Usmaan 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 Usmaan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Usmaan Khera
Where is Usmaan Khera located?
Usmaan Khera village is located in Abohar Tehsil, Fazilka district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Usmaan Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Usmaan Khera is Usman Khera.
What is the pincode of Usmaan Khera?
The pincode of Usmaan Khera is 152132.
What is the population of Usmaan Khera?
Usmaan Khera has a total population of 2,558, including 1,376 males and 1,182 females.
How many households are there in Usmaan Khera?
There are 487 households in Usmaan Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Usmaan Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Usmaan Khera is 54.34%. Male literacy is 61.19% and female literacy is 46.36%.