Khera - Maudaha, Hamirpur
Khera is a village situated in the Maudaha tehsil of Hamirpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maudaha and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Hamirpur. Tagari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khera is 154148. The village covers a total geographical area of 293.54 hectares and falls under the 210506 pincode. Maudaha is the nearest town, located about 35 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 Rath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khera
According to the 2011 Census, Khera village had a total population of 173 people, including 95 males and 78 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 821 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.75%, with male literacy at 66.23% and female literacy at 47.69%.
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 | 173 | 95 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 51 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 44 | 47 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Naugawan | North-East | 1.63 km |
| Husaina | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Tagari | South-East | 2.67 km |
| Imiliya | North-West | 3.15 km |
| Neoriya | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Kaimokhar | North | 4.89 km |
| Gehrauli (par Muskera) | West | 5.27 km |
| Lodipur Rath | North | 5.32 km |
| Kunehta | North-East | 5.53 km |
| Gauodhi | South-East | 6.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khera
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khera. The nearest railway station is Ragaul, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.8 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 Maudaha to Khera is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hamirpur to Khera is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khera
Where is Khera located?
Khera village is located in Maudaha Tehsil, Hamirpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Khera is Tagari.
What is the pincode of Khera?
The pincode of Khera is 210506.
What is the population of Khera?
Khera had a total population of 173, including 95 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Khera?
Khera had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khera was 57.75%. Male literacy was 66.23% and female literacy was 47.69%.