Kherla

Kherla is a village located in Chirawa tehsil of Jhunjhunun district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Chirawa (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Jhunjhunun. As per 2009 stats, Kherla village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Kherla unique in its vibrant Chirawa-Jhunjhunun region. You’ll see Kherla’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 Kherla

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kherla is 071143. The village spans a total geographical area of 757 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 333035. Pilani is nearest town to Kherla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kherla 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 Pilani Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhunjhunu Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kherla

According to the 2011 Census, Kherla has a total population of about 2,562, with approximately 1,338 males and 1,224 females. The sex ratio is around 914 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 334 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 713 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.42%, with male literacy at about 76.98% and female literacy near 52.78%. There are around 435 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kherla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,562 1,338 1,224
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 334 174 160
Scheduled Castes (SC) 713 374 339
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,676 1,030 646
Illiterate Population 886 308 578

Connectivity of Kherla

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kherla. As per the 2011 stats, Kherla had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kherla

Knowing the nearby villages of Kherla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kherla.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kherla

Where is Kherla located?
Kherla village is situated in Chirawa Tehsil, within the Jhunjhunun district of Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kherla?
Kherla serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kherla?
The pincode of Kherla is 333035, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kherla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kherla is 2,562, with 1,338 males and 1,224 females.
How many households are there in Kherla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kherla village has a total of 435 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kherla as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kherla is 65.42%. The male literacy rate is 76.98%, while the female literacy rate is 52.78%.