Khera
Khera is a village located in Ludhiana East tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Ludhiana (east) (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Khera village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Khera unique in its vibrant Ludhiana East-Ludhiana 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 033545. The village spans a total geographical area of 276 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 141204. Mullanpur Dakha is nearest town to Khera village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Khera village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gill Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ludhiana Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Khera
Population of Khera
According to the 2011 Census, Khera has a total population of about 1,857, with approximately 960 males and 897 females. The sex ratio is around 934 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 164 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 625 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 75.07%, with male literacy at about 79.58% and female literacy near 70.23%. There are around 368 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 | 1,857 | 960 | 897 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 86 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 625 | 311 | 314 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,394 | 764 | 630 |
| Illiterate Population | 463 | 196 | 267 |
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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 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 Ludhiana East Tehsil, within the Ludhiana 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 141204, 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 1,857, with 960 males and 897 females.
- How many households are there in Khera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khera village has a total of 368 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khera is 75.07%. The male literacy rate is 79.58%, while the female literacy rate is 70.23%.