Khera - Naugawan Sadat, Amroha
Khera is a village situated in the Naugawan Sadat tehsil of Amroha district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Amroha and around 16 km from Jyotiba Phule Nagar. Khera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khera is 117888. The village covers a total geographical area of 251.69 hectares and falls under the 244251 pincode. Amroha is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Khera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naugawan sadat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amroha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khera
According to the 2011 Census, Khera village had a total population of 3,964 people, including 2,060 males and 1,904 females, living in 658 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.29%, with male literacy at 76.74% and female literacy at 50.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 294.
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 | 3,964 | 2,060 | 1,904 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 707 | 362 | 345 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 138 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,094 | 1,303 | 791 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,870 | 757 | 1,113 |
Nearby Villages of Khera
Khera is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Khera
Khera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amroha to Khera is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jyotiba Phule Nagar to Khera is about 16 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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) | 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 Naugawan Sadat Tehsil, Amroha district, Uttar Pradesh, 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 244251.
What is the population of Khera?
Khera had a total population of 3,964, including 2,060 males and 1,904 females.
How many households are there in Khera?
Khera had 658 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khera was 64.29%. Male literacy was 76.74% and female literacy was 50.74%.