Virk Khera
Virk Khera is a village located in Malout tehsil of Muktsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Malout (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Muktsar. As per 2009 stats, Virk Khera village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Virk Khera unique in its vibrant Malout-Muktsar region. You’ll see Virk 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 Virk Khera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Virk Khera is 035274. The village spans a total geographical area of 528 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 152107. Malout is nearest town to Virk Khera village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Virk 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 Malout Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Firozpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Virk Khera
Population of Virk Khera
According to the 2011 Census, Virk Khera has a total population of about 1,696, with approximately 891 males and 805 females. The sex ratio is around 903 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 197 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,083 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 53.18%, with male literacy at about 60.83% and female literacy near 44.72%. There are around 347 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Virk Khera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,696 | 891 | 805 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 104 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,083 | 573 | 510 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 902 | 542 | 360 |
| Illiterate Population | 794 | 349 | 445 |
Connectivity of Virk Khera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Virk Khera. As per the 2011 stats, Virk Khera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Virk Khera
Knowing the nearby villages of Virk Khera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Virk Khera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Virk Khera
- Where is Virk Khera located?
- Virk Khera village is situated in Malout Tehsil, within the Muktsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Virk Khera?
- Virk Khera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Virk Khera?
- The pincode of Virk Khera is 152107, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Virk Khera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Virk Khera is 1,696, with 891 males and 805 females.
- How many households are there in Virk Khera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Virk Khera village has a total of 347 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Virk Khera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Virk Khera is 53.18%. The male literacy rate is 60.83%, while the female literacy rate is 44.72%.