Khera
Khera is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Khera village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Khera unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see 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 Khera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khera is 031892. The village spans a total geographical area of 212 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 146106. Garhshankar is nearest town to Khera village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Khera
Population of Khera
According to the 2011 Census, Khera has a total population of about 1,220, with approximately 593 males and 627 females. The sex ratio is around 1057 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 115 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 695 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 74.67%, with male literacy at about 80.10% and female literacy near 69.54%. There are around 263 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,220 | 593 | 627 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 61 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 695 | 340 | 355 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 911 | 475 | 436 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 118 | 191 |
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 <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| 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 Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khera?
- Khera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Khera?
- The pincode of Khera is 146106, 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 1,220, with 593 males and 627 females.
- How many households are there in Khera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khera village has a total of 263 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khera is 74.67%. The male literacy rate is 80.10%, while the female literacy rate is 69.54%.