Kheriya Purohit
Kheriya Purohit is a village located in Deeg tehsil of Bharatpur district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Deeg (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Bharatpur. As per 2009 stats, Songaon is the gram panchayat of Kheriya Purohit village.
Here you can discover what makes Kheriya Purohit unique in its vibrant Deeg-Bharatpur region. You’ll see Kheriya Purohit’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 Kheriya Purohit
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kheriya Purohit is 074357. The village spans a total geographical area of 251 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 321203. Deeg is nearest town to Kheriya Purohit village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kheriya Purohit 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 Deeg-kumher Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bharatpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kheriya Purohit
Population of Kheriya Purohit
According to the 2011 Census, Kheriya Purohit has a total population of about 948, with approximately 499 males and 449 females. The sex ratio is around 899 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 148 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 154 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 64.66%, with male literacy at about 75.35% and female literacy near 52.78%. There are around 160 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kheriya Purohit's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 948 | 499 | 449 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 76 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 76 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 613 | 376 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 335 | 123 | 212 |
Connectivity of Kheriya Purohit
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kheriya Purohit. As per the 2011 stats, Kheriya Purohit had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kheriya Purohit
Knowing the nearby villages of Kheriya Purohit helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kheriya Purohit.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kheriya Purohit
- Where is Kheriya Purohit located?
- Kheriya Purohit village is situated in Deeg Tehsil, within the Bharatpur district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kheriya Purohit?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kheriya Purohit is Songaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kheriya Purohit?
- The pincode of Kheriya Purohit is 321203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kheriya Purohit as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kheriya Purohit is 948, with 499 males and 449 females.
- How many households are there in Kheriya Purohit as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kheriya Purohit village has a total of 160 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kheriya Purohit as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kheriya Purohit is 64.66%. The male literacy rate is 75.35%, while the female literacy rate is 52.78%.