Khaira
Khaira is a village located in Sameli subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Sameli (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Khaira village is also a gram panchayat.
Khaira has its own place in the vibrant Katihar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khaira
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khaira is 225640. The village spans a total geographical area of 467.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 854101. Katihar is nearest town to Khaira village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Khaira
Population of Khaira
Below is a concise population overview of Khaira as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,864 | 3,590 | 3,274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,245 | 625 | 620 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 105 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,384 | 2,056 | 1,328 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,480 | 1,534 | 1,946 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khaira village:
- The total population of Khaira village is around 6,864, including approximately 3,590 males and 3,274 females, with a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,245 children aged 0–6 years in Khaira village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khaira village has 195 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khaira village is about 49.30%, with male literacy at 57.27% and female literacy at 40.56%.
- There are around 1,381 households in Khaira village.
Connectivity of Khaira
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khaira. As per the 2011 stats, Khaira had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khaira
Knowing the nearby villages of Khaira helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khaira.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khaira
- Where is Khaira located?
- Khaira village is situated in Sameli Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khaira?
- Khaira serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Khaira?
- The pincode of Khaira is 854101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khaira as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khaira is 6,864, with 3,590 males and 3,274 females.
- How many households are there in Khaira as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khaira village has a total of 1,381 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khaira as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khaira is 49.30%. The male literacy rate is 57.27%, while the female literacy rate is 40.56%.