Kherli - Kishanganj, Baran
Kherli is a village situated in the Kishanganj tehsil of Baran district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kishanganj and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Baran. Barooni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kherli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kherli is 103043. The village covers a total geographical area of 431 hectares and falls under the 325216 pincode. Baran is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kherli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kherli
According to the 2011 Census, Kherli village had a total population of 398 people, including 201 males and 197 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.91%, with male literacy at 77.44% and female literacy at 50.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 196.
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 | 398 | 201 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 196 | 96 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 127 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 74 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Kherli
Kherli 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 Kherli
Kherli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baran to Kherli is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kherli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kherli 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 Kherli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kherli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kherli
Where is Kherli located?
Kherli village is located in Kishanganj Tehsil, Baran district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kherli?
The Gram Panchayat of Kherli is Barooni.
What is the pincode of Kherli?
The pincode of Kherli is 325216.
What is the population of Kherli?
Kherli had a total population of 398, including 201 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Kherli?
Kherli had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kherli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kherli was 63.91%. Male literacy was 77.44% and female literacy was 50.31%.