Kherla Khurd - Lalsot, Dausa
Kherla Khurd is a village situated in the Lalsot tehsil of Dausa district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalsot and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Dausa. Kherlakhurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kherla Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kherla Khurd is 078976. The village covers a total geographical area of 310 hectares and falls under the 303003 pincode. Lalsot is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kherla Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lalsot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dausa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kherla Khurd
As per Census 2011, Kherla Khurd village has a total population of 2,011 people, consisting of 1,054 males and 957 females. The village has 380 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 319 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,202 literate and 809 illiterate residents. Additionally, 462 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 52 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kherla Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,011 | 1,054 | 957 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 319 | 175 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 462 | 246 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 1,202 | 737 | 465 |
| Illiterate Population | 809 | 317 | 492 |
Nearby Villages of Kherla Khurd
Kherla Khurd is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Khanpur | South | 1.23 km |
| Dabar | East | 1.60 km |
| Bas Laxmipura | South | 2.52 km |
| Tajpura | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Diwachli Kalan | North-West | 2.89 km |
| Chhawa | North-West | 3.07 km |
| Nagarhera | East | 3.07 km |
| Sarsali | South | 3.08 km |
| Mandawari | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Diwachli Khurd | North-West | 3.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kherla Khurd
Kherla Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lalpur Umri, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lalsot to Kherla Khurd is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dausa to Kherla Khurd is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kherla Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kherla Khurd 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kherla Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kherla Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kherla Khurd
Where is Kherla Khurd located?
Kherla Khurd village is located in Lalsot Tehsil, Dausa district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kherla Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Kherla Khurd is Kherlakhurd.
What is the pincode of Kherla Khurd?
The pincode of Kherla Khurd is 303003.
What is the population of Kherla Khurd?
Kherla Khurd has a total population of 2,011, including 1,054 males and 957 females.
How many households are there in Kherla Khurd?
There are 380 households in Kherla Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Kherla Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kherla Khurd is 59.77%. Male literacy is 69.92% and female literacy is 48.59%.