Khera - Kushalgarh, Banswara
Khera is a village situated in the Kushalgarh tehsil of Banswara district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushalgarh and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Banswara. Devdasath serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khera is 099727. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 327801 pincode. Kushalgarh is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
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 359 people, including 173 males and 186 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 1,075 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.52%, with male literacy at 48.55% and female literacy at 35.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 355.
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 | 359 | 173 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 355 | 172 | 183 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 67 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 106 | 133 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kushalgarh to Khera is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banswara to Khera is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khera
Where is Khera located?
Khera village is located in Kushalgarh Tehsil, Banswara district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Khera is Devdasath.
What is the pincode of Khera?
The pincode of Khera is 327801.
What is the population of Khera?
Khera had a total population of 359, including 173 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Khera?
Khera had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khera was 41.52%. Male literacy was 48.55% and female literacy was 35.10%.