Nihal Khera
Nihal Khera is a village located in Fazilka tehsil of Firozpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Fazilka (tehsildar office) and 108km away from district headquarter Firozpur. As per 2009 stats, Nihal Khera village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Nihal Khera unique in its vibrant Fazilka-Firozpur region. You’ll see Nihal Khera’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Nihal Khera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nihal Khera is 035143. The village spans a total geographical area of 1425 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 152122. Abohar is nearest town to Nihal Khera village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Nihal Khera
Population of Nihal Khera
According to the 2011 Census, Nihal Khera has a total population of about 5,394, with approximately 2,940 males and 2,454 females. The sex ratio is around 834 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 734 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,490 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.62%, with male literacy at about 67.28% and female literacy near 50.45%. There are around 970 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nihal Khera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,394 | 2,940 | 2,454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 734 | 411 | 323 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,490 | 821 | 669 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,216 | 1,978 | 1,238 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,178 | 962 | 1,216 |
Connectivity of Nihal Khera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nihal Khera. As per the 2011 stats, Nihal Khera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nihal Khera
Knowing the nearby villages of Nihal Khera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nihal Khera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nihal Khera
- Where is Nihal Khera located?
- Nihal Khera village is situated in Fazilka Tehsil, within the Firozpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nihal Khera?
- Nihal Khera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Nihal Khera?
- The pincode of Nihal Khera is 152122, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nihal Khera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nihal Khera is 5,394, with 2,940 males and 2,454 females.
- How many households are there in Nihal Khera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nihal Khera village has a total of 970 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nihal Khera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nihal Khera is 59.62%. The male literacy rate is 67.28%, while the female literacy rate is 50.45%.