Khaira - Simri, Buxar
Khaira is a village situated in the Simri subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Simri and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Dullahpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khaira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaira is 247795. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.04 hectares and falls under the 802135 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Khaira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khaira
As per Census 2011, Khaira village has a total population of 2,835 people, consisting of 1,451 males and 1,384 females. The village has 429 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 526 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,481 literate and 1,354 illiterate residents. Additionally, 567 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 94 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khaira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,835 | 1,451 | 1,384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 526 | 260 | 266 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 567 | 299 | 268 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 49 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 1,481 | 904 | 577 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,354 | 547 | 807 |
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
Public transport in the Khaira is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khaira.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dumraon to Khaira is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Khaira is about 19 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 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 | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Khaira
Where is Khaira located?
Khaira village is located in Simri Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khaira?
The Gram Panchayat of Khaira is Dullahpur.
What is the pincode of Khaira?
The pincode of Khaira is 802135.
What is the population of Khaira?
Khaira has a total population of 2,835, including 1,451 males and 1,384 females.
How many households are there in Khaira?
There are 429 households in Khaira.
What is the literacy rate in Khaira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaira is 52.24%. Male literacy is 62.30% and female literacy is 41.69%.