Ker Khera - Sojat, Pali
Ker Khera is a village situated in the Sojat tehsil of Pali district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sojat and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Pali. Hariya Mali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ker Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ker Khera is 090709. The village covers a total geographical area of 385 hectares and falls under the 306103 pincode. Sojat is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Ker 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 Sojat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ker Khera
As per Census 2011, Ker Khera village has a total population of 328 people, consisting of 148 males and 180 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 1,216 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 206 literate and 122 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ker Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 328 | 148 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 109 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 39 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Ker Khera
Ker 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Guda Bhadawatan | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Guda Chatura | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Hariya Mali | North-West | 2.74 km |
| Guda Shyama | East | 3.22 km |
| Khakhra | East | 3.41 km |
| Sarangwas | North | 4.55 km |
| Bhanwar Bhata | North-East | 4.88 km |
| Jeejardi | South | 5.10 km |
| Pardi | South-East | 5.15 km |
| Gudangiri | West | 5.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ker Khera
Ker Khera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bagri Sajjanpur, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sojat to Ker Khera is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pali to Ker Khera is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ker Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ker Khera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ker 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 Ker 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 Ker Khera
Where is Ker Khera located?
Ker Khera village is located in Sojat Tehsil, Pali district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ker Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Ker Khera is Hariya Mali.
What is the pincode of Ker Khera?
The pincode of Ker Khera is 306103.
What is the population of Ker Khera?
Ker Khera has a total population of 328, including 148 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Ker Khera?
There are 72 households in Ker Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Ker Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ker Khera is 62.80%. Male literacy is 73.65% and female literacy is 53.89%.