Khera - Najibabad, Bijnor
Khera is a village situated in the Najibabad tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Najibabad and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Mubarakpur Rathe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khera is 111680. The village covers a total geographical area of 307.45 hectares and falls under the 246763 pincode. Najibabad is the nearest town, located about 307 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 Najibabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagina Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khera
As per Census 2011, Khera village has a total population of 809 people, consisting of 444 males and 365 females. The village has 150 households and a sex ratio of 822 females per 1,000 males. There are 144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 469 literate and 340 illiterate residents. Additionally, 261 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 809 | 444 | 365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 89 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 261 | 148 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 469 | 290 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 340 | 154 | 186 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manohara Wala | North-West | 1.28 km |
| Sikanderpur Basi | West | 1.30 km |
| Mubarakpur Rathe | North | 1.33 km |
| Bhatauli | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Alawalpur Nainu | North | 2.03 km |
| Begampur Bhonawala | West | 2.13 km |
| Ganguwala | South-West | 2.17 km |
| Sarwanpur | North-West | 2.28 km |
| Shahjahanpur | North | 2.35 km |
| Agupura Pyara | North-West | 2.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khera
Public transport in the Khera is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Murshadpur, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.5 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Najibabad to Khera is about 307 km, with a usual travel time of around ~8.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Khera is about 40 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 1-2 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khera
Where is Khera located?
Khera village is located in Najibabad Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Khera is Mubarakpur Rathe.
What is the pincode of Khera?
The pincode of Khera is 246763.
What is the population of Khera?
Khera has a total population of 809, including 444 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Khera?
There are 150 households in Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khera is 57.97%. Male literacy is 65.32% and female literacy is 49.04%.