Khera - Pachpahar, Jhalawar
Khera is a village situated in the Pachpahar tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pachpahar and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Awar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khera is 104975. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.83 hectares and falls under the 326512 pincode. Bhawani Mandi is the nearest town, located about 45 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 Manohar thana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khera
As per Census 2011, Khera village has a total population of 636 people, consisting of 333 males and 303 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 243 literate and 393 illiterate residents. Additionally, 156 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 636 | 333 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 46 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 86 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 171 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 393 | 162 | 231 |
Nearby Villages of Khera
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Moru Kheri | West | 0.93 km |
| Deogarh | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Gagurni | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Ramay Dalpat | North-East | 2.62 km |
| Nagar | North | 2.96 km |
| Jajni | West | 2.98 km |
| Ramay Mahoo | East | 2.99 km |
| Awar | North-West | 3.77 km |
| Bardiya | South | 4.39 km |
| Naulai | North | 4.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khera
Public transport in the Khera is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hanspura, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.2 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawani Mandi to Khera is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Khera is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
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) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Khera
Where is Khera located?
Khera village is located in Pachpahar Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Khera is Awar.
What is the pincode of Khera?
The pincode of Khera is 326512.
What is the population of Khera?
Khera has a total population of 636, including 333 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Khera?
There are 128 households in Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khera is 38.21%. Male literacy is 51.35% and female literacy is 23.76%.