Kherka
About Kherka
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kherka village is 072825. Kherka village is located in Alwar tehsil of Alwar district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 16km away from Alwar, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kherka village. As per 2009 stats, Akbarpur is the gram panchayat of Kherka village.
The total geographical area of village is 130.61 hectares. Kherka has a total population of 1,172 peoples, out of which male population is 605 while female population is 567. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 937 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kherka village is 54.61% out of which 65.95% males and 42.50% females are literate. There are about 219 houses in kherka village. Pincode of kherka village locality is 301001.
When it comes to administration, Kherka village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kherka village comes under Alwar Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency & Alwar Lok Sabha constituency. Alwar is nearest town to kherka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
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Population of Kherka
The population details of Kherka cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,172 | 605 | 567 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 199 | 114 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 770 | 400 | 370 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 640 | 399 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 532 | 206 | 326 |
Connectivity of Kherka
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kherka
Where is Kherka located?
Kherka village is situated in Alwar Tehsil, within the Alwar district of Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kherka?
The Gram Panchayat of Kherka is Akbarpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kherka?
The pincode of Kherka is 301001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kherka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kherka is 1,172, with 605 males and 567 females.
How many households are there in Kherka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kherka village has a total of 219 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kherka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kherka is 54.61%. The male literacy rate is 65.95%, while the female literacy rate is 42.50%.