Kheriya
Kheriya is a village located in Jhalrapatan tehsil of Jhalawar district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 35km away from district headquarter Jhalrapatan. Jhalrapatan is the sub-district headquarter of Kheriya village. As per 2009 stats, Kheriya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kheriya unique in its vibrant Jhalrapatan-Jhalawar region. You’ll see Kheriya’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
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kheriya is 104282. The village spans a total geographical area of 447.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 326023. Jhalrapatan is nearest town to Kheriya village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kheriya 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 Khanpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kheriya
Population of Kheriya
According to the 2011 Census, Kheriya has a total population of about 1,810, with approximately 944 males and 866 females. The sex ratio is around 917 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 349 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 484 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 90. The overall literacy rate is approximately 34.70%, with male literacy at about 48.94% and female literacy near 19.17%. There are around 456 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kheriya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,810 | 944 | 866 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 349 | 197 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 484 | 255 | 229 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 48 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 628 | 462 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,182 | 482 | 700 |
Connectivity of Kheriya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kheriya. As per the 2011 stats, Kheriya 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kheriya
Knowing the nearby villages of Kheriya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kheriya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kheriya
- Where is Kheriya located?
- Kheriya village is situated in Jhalrapatan Tehsil, within the Jhalawar district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kheriya?
- Kheriya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kheriya?
- The pincode of Kheriya is 326023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kheriya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kheriya is 1,810, with 944 males and 866 females.
- How many households are there in Kheriya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kheriya village has a total of 456 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kheriya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kheriya is 34.70%. The male literacy rate is 48.94%, while the female literacy rate is 19.17%.