Khera - Uniara, Tonk
Khera is a village situated in the Uniara tehsil of Tonk district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uniara and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Tonk. Gothara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khera is 093497. The village covers a total geographical area of 427.84 hectares and falls under the 304026 pincode. Uniara is the nearest town, located about 17 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 Deoli - uniara 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 441 people, consisting of 224 males and 217 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 255 literate and 186 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 441 | 224 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 29 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 26 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 165 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 59 | 127 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shyodaspura | South | 1.27 km |
| Shyorajpura | North | 1.62 km |
| Khera Meer Saman | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Gumanpura | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Beshki | East | 2.23 km |
| Dholipal | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Jhalra | North-West | 2.97 km |
| Sara | North-East | 3.12 km |
| Bhanpura | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Arniya Ghati | West | 3.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khera
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Khera. The nearest railway station is Sureli, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uniara to Khera is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tonk to Khera is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khera
Where is Khera located?
Khera village is located in Uniara Tehsil, Tonk district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Khera is Gothara.
What is the pincode of Khera?
The pincode of Khera is 304026.
What is the population of Khera?
Khera has a total population of 441, including 224 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Khera?
There are 69 households in Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khera is 57.82%. Male literacy is 73.66% and female literacy is 41.47%.