Khera - Sardhana, Meerut
Khera is a village situated in the Sardhana tehsil of Meerut district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sardhana and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Meerut. Khera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khera is 118610. The village covers a total geographical area of 633.92 hectares and falls under the 250342 pincode. Sardhana is the nearest town, located about 11 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 Sardhana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Muzaffarnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khera
As per Census 2011, Khera village has a total population of 6,505 people, consisting of 3,489 males and 3,016 females. The village has 1,010 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 913 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,387 literate and 2,118 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,505 | 3,489 | 3,016 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 913 | 495 | 418 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 59 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 4,387 | 2,611 | 1,776 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,118 | 878 | 1,240 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nahli | West | 1.78 km |
| Alamgirpur-faridpur | North | 2.06 km |
| Aurangnagar Rardhana | North-East | 2.68 km |
| Pali | South | 2.79 km |
| Rajpur Momin | North | 3.33 km |
| Husainabad Bhambara | North-West | 3.54 km |
| Kalandi | South-West | 3.80 km |
| Bhamori | South-East | 3.91 km |
| Pithlokhar | South-West | 4.05 km |
| Riawali Nagla | North-West | 4.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khera
Khera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sakhoti Tanda, while the nearest airport is Karnal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sardhana to Khera is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Meerut 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khera
Where is Khera located?
Khera village is located in Sardhana Tehsil, Meerut 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 250342.
What is the population of Khera?
Khera has a total population of 6,505, including 3,489 males and 3,016 females.
How many households are there in Khera?
There are 1,010 households in Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khera is 67.44%. Male literacy is 74.84% and female literacy is 58.89%.