Kher Khera - Gangdhar, Jhalawar
Kher Khera is a village situated in the Gangdhar tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangdhar and around 146 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Unhel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kher Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kher Khera is 105293. The village covers a total geographical area of 357.94 hectares and falls under the 326515 pincode. Bhawani Mandi is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Kher 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 Manohar thana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kher Khera
According to the 2011 Census, Kher Khera village had a total population of 382 people, including 196 males and 186 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.23%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 24.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 382 | 196 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 34 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 81 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 115 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Kher Khera
Kher Khera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raipuriya | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Salariya | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Chand Kheri | North | 2.17 km |
| Karma Kheri | West | 2.37 km |
| Kagariya | East | 3.03 km |
| Unhel | South | 3.14 km |
| Dharmpuri | East | 3.25 km |
| Baman Deoriya | North | 3.87 km |
| Kumathiya | South-East | 4.28 km |
| Berla | North-East | 4.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kher Khera
Kher Khera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Thuria, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawani Mandi to Kher Khera is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Kher Khera is about 146 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kher Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kher Khera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kher 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 Kher Khera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kher Khera
Where is Kher Khera located?
Kher Khera village is located in Gangdhar Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kher Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Kher Khera is Unhel.
What is the pincode of Kher Khera?
The pincode of Kher Khera is 326515.
What is the population of Kher Khera?
Kher Khera had a total population of 382, including 196 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Kher Khera?
Kher Khera had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kher Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kher Khera was 37.23%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 24.54%.