Bara Khera - Gadarpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Bara Khera is a village situated in the Gadarpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarpur and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Barakhera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bara Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara Khera is 056050. The village covers a total geographical area of 527.35 hectares and falls under the 263152 pincode. Gadarpur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Bara 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 Gadarpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bara Khera
As per Census 2011, Bara Khera village has a total population of 3,826 people, consisting of 2,046 males and 1,780 females. The village has 790 households and a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males. There are 508 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,543 literate and 1,283 illiterate residents. Additionally, 539 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 71 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bara Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,826 | 2,046 | 1,780 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 508 | 286 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 539 | 273 | 266 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 38 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 2,543 | 1,470 | 1,073 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,283 | 576 | 707 |
Nearby Villages of Bara Khera
Bara 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 Bara Khera
Bara Khera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bara Khera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadarpur to Bara Khera is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Bara Khera is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bara Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bara Khera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bara 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 Bara Khera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bara Khera
Where is Bara Khera located?
Bara Khera village is located in Gadarpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bara Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Bara Khera is Barakhera.
What is the pincode of Bara Khera?
The pincode of Bara Khera is 263152.
What is the population of Bara Khera?
Bara Khera has a total population of 3,826, including 2,046 males and 1,780 females.
How many households are there in Bara Khera?
There are 790 households in Bara Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Bara Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bara Khera is 66.47%. Male literacy is 71.85% and female literacy is 60.28%.