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.
Khera has its own place in the vibrant Ludhiana region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Khera as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khera village:
- The total population of Khera village is around 1,857, including approximately 960 males and 897 females, with a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 164 children aged 0–6 years in Khera village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khera village has 625 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Khera village is about 75.07%, with male literacy at 79.58% and female literacy at 70.23%.
- There are around 368 households in Khera village.
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%.