Khera - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Khera is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Tulanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khera is 042188. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.01 hectares and falls under the 246439 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
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 Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khera
According to the 2011 Census, Khera village had a total population of 234 people, including 112 males and 122 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,089 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.07%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 71.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23.
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 | 234 | 112 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 88 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 24 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Khera
Khera is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Khera
Khera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Rudraprayag to Khera is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Khera
Where is Khera located?
Khera village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Khera is Tulanga.
What is the pincode of Khera?
The pincode of Khera is 246439.
What is the population of Khera?
Khera had a total population of 234, including 112 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Khera?
Khera had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khera was 81.07%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 71.82%.