Khaira - Shahkund, Bhagalpur
Khaira is a village situated in the Shahkund subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahkund and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Khaira village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaira is 239752. The village covers a total geographical area of 438 hectares and falls under the 812006 pincode. Sultanganj is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Khaira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khaira
According to the 2011 Census, Khaira village had a total population of 6,383 people, including 3,360 males and 3,023 females, living in 1,195 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.83%, with male literacy at 57.95% and female literacy at 40.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 6,383 | 3,360 | 3,023 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,117 | 606 | 511 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,624 | 1,596 | 1,028 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,759 | 1,764 | 1,995 |
Nearby Villages of Khaira
Khaira 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 Khaira
Khaira is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khaira.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sultanganj to Khaira is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Khaira is about 26 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 Khaira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khaira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khaira 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Khaira
Where is Khaira located?
Khaira village is located in Shahkund Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khaira?
Khaira is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khaira?
The pincode of Khaira is 812006.
What is the population of Khaira?
Khaira had a total population of 6,383, including 3,360 males and 3,023 females.
How many households are there in Khaira?
Khaira had 1,195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khaira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaira was 49.83%. Male literacy was 57.95% and female literacy was 40.92%.