Khera - Ludhiana (East), Ludhiana
Khera is a village situated in the Ludhiana (East) tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ludhiana (east) and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Khera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khera is 033545. The village covers a total geographical area of 276 hectares and falls under the 141204 pincode. Mullanpur Dakha is the nearest town.
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 Gill Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ludhiana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khera
As per Census 2011, Khera village has a total population of 1,857 people, consisting of 960 males and 897 females. The village has 368 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,394 literate and 463 illiterate residents. Additionally, 625 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,857 | 960 | 897 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 86 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 625 | 311 | 314 |
| Literate Population | 1,394 | 764 | 630 |
| Illiterate Population | 463 | 196 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Khera
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 Khera
Khera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Khera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Ludhiana to Khera is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in 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 Khera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khera
Where is Khera located?
Khera village is located in Ludhiana (East) Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khera?
Khera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khera?
The pincode of Khera is 141204.
What is the population of Khera?
Khera has a total population of 1,857, including 960 males and 897 females.
How many households are there in Khera?
There are 368 households in Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khera is 75.07%. Male literacy is 79.58% and female literacy is 70.23%.