Khera - Samrala, Ludhiana
Khera is a village situated in the Samrala tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samrala and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Khaira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khera is 033040. The village covers a total geographical area of 103 hectares and falls under the 141115 pincode. Machhiwara is the nearest town.
Khera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khera
According to the 2011 Census, Khera village had a total population of 243 people, including 124 males and 119 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.56%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 75.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 83.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 243 | 124 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 41 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 95 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 29 | 35 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Khera is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khera
Where is Khera located?
Khera village is located in Samrala Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Khera is Khaira.
What is the pincode of Khera?
The pincode of Khera is 141115.
What is the population of Khera?
Khera had a total population of 243, including 124 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Khera?
Khera had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khera was 79.56%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 75.68%.