Khera Kishan - Khair, Aligarh
Khera Kishan is a village situated in the Khair tehsil of Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khair and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Aligarh. Lal Garhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khera Kishan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khera Kishan is 121711. The village covers a total geographical area of 222.88 hectares and falls under the 202137 pincode.
Khera Kishan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khair Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aligarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khera Kishan
According to the 2011 Census, Khera Kishan village had a total population of 763 people, including 411 males and 352 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.88%, with male literacy at 82.18% and female literacy at 53.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 321.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 763 | 411 | 352 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 63 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 321 | 166 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 447 | 286 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 125 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Khera Kishan
Khera Kishan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nagla Danda | East | 1.30 km |
| Lalgarhi | South-East | 1.59 km |
| Bajauta | South-West | 2.24 km |
| Niguna Siguna | South | 2.27 km |
| Manpur | North-West | 2.90 km |
| Palsera | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Maur | North | 2.96 km |
| Basera | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Nagal Kalan | South | 3.33 km |
| Vijaytha | North-West | 3.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khera Kishan
Khera Kishan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khurja Jn, while the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.3 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Aligarh to Khera Kishan is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khera Kishan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khera Kishan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khera Kishan
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 Kishan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khera Kishan
Where is Khera Kishan located?
Khera Kishan village is located in Khair Tehsil, Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khera Kishan?
The Gram Panchayat of Khera Kishan is Lal Garhi.
What is the pincode of Khera Kishan?
The pincode of Khera Kishan is 202137.
What is the population of Khera Kishan?
Khera Kishan had a total population of 763, including 411 males and 352 females.
How many households are there in Khera Kishan?
Khera Kishan had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khera Kishan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khera Kishan was 68.88%. Male literacy was 82.18% and female literacy was 53.49%.