Tihar Khera - Meerganj, Bareilly
Tihar Khera is a village situated in the Meerganj tehsil of Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meerganj and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bareilly. Rahpura Jagir serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tihar Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tihar Khera is 129654. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.97 hectares and falls under the 243501 pincode. Fatehganj West is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Tihar 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 Meerganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bareilly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tihar Khera
According to the 2011 Census, Tihar Khera village had a total population of 337 people, including 197 males and 140 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 711 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.74%, with male literacy at 25.00% and female literacy at 12.50%.
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 | 337 | 197 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 21 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 44 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 277 | 153 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Tihar Khera
Tihar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panvaria Mustakil | West | 1.00 km |
| Karimnagar | South-East | 1.15 km |
| Rahpura Jagir | North-East | 1.20 km |
| Meerapur | South | 1.42 km |
| Chitauli | North | 1.67 km |
| Panvaria Ehatmali | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Khilchipur Ehatmali | South | 1.71 km |
| Sirsa Jagir | North-West | 1.75 km |
| Khilchipur Mustakil | South | 2.35 km |
| Rafiabad | South-East | 2.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tihar Khera
Tihar Khera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Parsa Khera, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Fatehganj West to Tihar Khera is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bareilly to Tihar Khera is about 20 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 Tihar Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tihar Khera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tihar 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 Tihar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tihar Khera
Where is Tihar Khera located?
Tihar Khera village is located in Meerganj Tehsil, Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tihar Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Tihar Khera is Rahpura Jagir.
What is the pincode of Tihar Khera?
The pincode of Tihar Khera is 243501.
What is the population of Tihar Khera?
Tihar Khera had a total population of 337, including 197 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Tihar Khera?
Tihar Khera had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tihar Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tihar Khera was 19.74%. Male literacy was 25.00% and female literacy was 12.50%.