Khera - Hindaun, Karauli
Khera is a village situated in the Hindaun tehsil of Karauli district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hindaun and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Karauli. Khera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khera is 076578. The village covers a total geographical area of 445.02 hectares and falls under the 322234 pincode. Hindaun is the nearest town, located about 9 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 Karauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karauli-Dholpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khera
As per Census 2011, Khera village has a total population of 3,821 people, consisting of 2,025 males and 1,796 females. The village has 652 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 597 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,118 literate and 1,703 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,386 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,821 | 2,025 | 1,796 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 597 | 306 | 291 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,386 | 740 | 646 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 2,118 | 1,412 | 706 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,703 | 613 | 1,090 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalaran Ka Pura | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Andan Ka Pura | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Kutakpur | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Singhan Meena | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Pataunda | North-West | 3.12 km |
| Bandh Ka Pura | North-East | 3.24 km |
| Manema | South | 3.27 km |
| Phaili Ka Pura | South-East | 3.48 km |
| Milak Pataunda | West | 3.86 km |
| Katkar | South-West | 3.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khera
Khera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shri Mahabirji, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hindaun to Khera is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karauli to Khera is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khera
Where is Khera located?
Khera village is located in Hindaun Tehsil, Karauli district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khera?
Khera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khera?
The pincode of Khera is 322234.
What is the population of Khera?
Khera has a total population of 3,821, including 2,025 males and 1,796 females.
How many households are there in Khera?
There are 652 households in Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khera is 55.43%. Male literacy is 69.73% and female literacy is 39.31%.