Kairi - Gaunaha, Pashchim Champaran
Kairi is a village situated in the Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaunaha and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Domath serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kairi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kairi is 216453. The village covers a total geographical area of 348 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Kairi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kairi
As per Census 2011, Kairi village has a total population of 803 people, consisting of 407 males and 396 females. The village has 146 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 299 literate and 504 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 679 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kairi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 803 | 407 | 396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 75 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 679 | 346 | 333 |
| Literate Population | 299 | 189 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 504 | 218 | 286 |
Nearby Villages of Kairi
Kairi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahajogin | South-East | 1.28 km |
| Kataha | North-East | 1.53 km |
| Balwal | East | 2.36 km |
| Sonkhar | South-East | 2.47 km |
| Botgonw | South-East | 2.52 km |
| Domat | South | 2.54 km |
| Maguraha | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Parsa Dih | South-East | 3.22 km |
| Dumaria | South | 3.45 km |
| Gheghaulia | South-East | 3.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kairi
Kairi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gawnaha, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Kairi is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Kairi is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kairi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kairi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kairi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kairi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kairi
Where is Kairi located?
Kairi village is located in Gaunaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kairi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kairi is Domath.
What is the pincode of Kairi?
The pincode of Kairi is 845455.
What is the population of Kairi?
Kairi has a total population of 803, including 407 males and 396 females.
How many households are there in Kairi?
There are 146 households in Kairi.
What is the literacy rate in Kairi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kairi is 37.24%. Male literacy is 46.44% and female literacy is 27.78%.