Khaira - Banke Bazar, Gaya
Khaira is a village situated in the Banke Bazar subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banke Bazar and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Barheta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khaira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaira is 255890. The village covers a total geographical area of 94 hectares and falls under the 824217 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 11 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 1,026 people, consisting of 543 males and 483 females. The village has 154 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 186 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 569 literate and 457 illiterate residents. Additionally, 241 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khaira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,026 | 543 | 483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 95 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 123 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 569 | 334 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 457 | 209 | 248 |
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.
| 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 Sherghati to Khaira is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Khaira is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 5-10 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 Banke Bazar Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khaira?
The Gram Panchayat of Khaira is Barheta.
What is the pincode of Khaira?
The pincode of Khaira is 824217.
What is the population of Khaira?
Khaira has a total population of 1,026, including 543 males and 483 females.
How many households are there in Khaira?
There are 154 households in Khaira.
What is the literacy rate in Khaira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaira is 55.46%. Male literacy is 61.51% and female literacy is 48.65%.