Khera - Niwai, Tonk
Khera is a village situated in the Niwai tehsil of Tonk district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niwai and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Tonk. Bahad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khera is 092984. The village covers a total geographical area of 352 hectares and falls under the 304021 pincode. Niwai is the nearest town, located about 26 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 Niwai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khera
As per Census 2011, Khera village has a total population of 640 people, consisting of 319 males and 321 females. The village has 137 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 330 literate and 310 illiterate residents. Additionally, 105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 640 | 319 | 321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 33 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 52 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 330 | 226 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 93 | 217 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kheri Manpura | West | 1.76 km |
| Mahapura | South | 2.78 km |
| Bahar | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Bassi | North-West | 3.12 km |
| Peeplya | South-West | 3.76 km |
| Bandh Gopalpura | South-East | 4.34 km |
| Mehtab Pura | North-West | 4.57 km |
| Bareda | North | 4.82 km |
| Siras | West | 5.35 km |
| Thadoli | East | 5.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khera
Khera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Siras, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.7 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Niwai to Khera is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Tonk to Khera is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khera
Where is Khera located?
Khera village is located in Niwai Tehsil, Tonk district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Khera is Bahad.
What is the pincode of Khera?
The pincode of Khera is 304021.
What is the population of Khera?
Khera has a total population of 640, including 319 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Khera?
There are 137 households in Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khera is 51.56%. Male literacy is 70.85% and female literacy is 32.40%.