Kunwa Khera - Nagina, Bijnor
Kunwa Khera is a village situated in the Nagina tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagina and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Kuakhera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kunwa Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunwa Khera is 113087. The village covers a total geographical area of 1163.92 hectares and falls under the 246724 pincode. Nagin is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kunwa 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 Barhapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Moradabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kunwa Khera
As per Census 2011, Kunwa Khera village has a total population of 2,753 people, consisting of 1,421 males and 1,332 females. The village has 530 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 501 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,309 literate and 1,444 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 318 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kunwa Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,753 | 1,421 | 1,332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 501 | 249 | 252 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 318 | 178 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 1,309 | 787 | 522 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,444 | 634 | 810 |
Nearby Villages of Kunwa Khera
Kunwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bawali | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Gullarwali | South | 3.13 km |
| Champatpur Chakla | West | 3.93 km |
| Bhogpur | West | 3.99 km |
| Turatpur | South | 4.06 km |
| Rasulpur Abad. | South-West | 4.76 km |
| Nawabpura | South | 4.78 km |
| Birbhanwala | North-West | 5.25 km |
| Momin Nagar | South | 5.41 km |
| Manavvarpur Chak | South-East | 6.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kunwa Khera
Kunwa Khera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Habibwala, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nagin to Kunwa Khera is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Kunwa Khera is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunwa Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunwa Khera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kunwa 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 Kunwa Khera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kunwa Khera
Where is Kunwa Khera located?
Kunwa Khera village is located in Nagina Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunwa Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Kunwa Khera is Kuakhera.
What is the pincode of Kunwa Khera?
The pincode of Kunwa Khera is 246724.
What is the population of Kunwa Khera?
Kunwa Khera has a total population of 2,753, including 1,421 males and 1,332 females.
How many households are there in Kunwa Khera?
There are 530 households in Kunwa Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Kunwa Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunwa Khera is 47.55%. Male literacy is 55.38% and female literacy is 39.19%.