Khera - Nangal Rajawatan, Dausa
Khera is a village situated in the Nangal Rajawatan tehsil of Dausa district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 26 km from Dausa and around 26 km from Dausa. Thoomri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khera is 078670. The village covers a total geographical area of 313 hectares and falls under the 303006 pincode. Dausa is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Khera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dausa Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Khera
According to the 2011 Census, Khera village had a total population of 1,556 people, including 842 males and 714 females, living in 287 households. The sex ratio was 848 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.12%, with male literacy at 76.36% and female literacy at 40.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 201, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,306.
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 | 1,556 | 842 | 714 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 123 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 107 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,306 | 706 | 600 |
| Literate Population | 787 | 549 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 769 | 293 | 476 |
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
Khera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dausa to Khera is about 26 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khera
Where is Khera located?
Khera village is located in Nangal Rajawatan Tehsil, Dausa district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Khera is Thoomri.
What is the pincode of Khera?
The pincode of Khera is 303006.
What is the population of Khera?
Khera had a total population of 1,556, including 842 males and 714 females.
How many households are there in Khera?
Khera had 287 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khera was 60.12%. Male literacy was 76.36% and female literacy was 40.34%.