Khairjhiti - Pendra Road, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi
Khairjhiti is a village situated in the Pendra Road tehsil of Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 19 km from Gaurella and around 119 km from Bilaspur. Padkhuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khairjhiti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khairjhiti is 437427. The village covers a total geographical area of 281.18 hectares and falls under the 495117 pincode. Gaurella is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Khairjhiti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marwahi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khairjhiti
According to the 2011 Census, Khairjhiti village had a total population of 652 people, including 327 males and 325 females, living in 149 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.60%, with male literacy at 70.14% and female literacy at 48.70%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 264.
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 | 652 | 327 | 325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 49 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 264 | 134 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 195 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 326 | 132 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Khairjhiti
Khairjhiti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vynkatnagar | South-West | 0.98 km |
| Kadamsara | North | 2.01 km |
| Padkhuri | East | 2.33 km |
| Khairi | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Bhaskura | South | 2.58 km |
| Khodari | West | 3.23 km |
| Amadand | North | 4.48 km |
| Barwasan | South-East | 4.49 km |
| Sulkhari | North-West | 4.73 km |
| Darri | South | 4.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khairjhiti
Khairjhiti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Venkatnagra, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Gaurella to Khairjhiti is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Khairjhiti is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khairjhiti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khairjhiti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khairjhiti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khairjhiti 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khairjhiti
Where is Khairjhiti located?
Khairjhiti village is located in Pendra Road Tehsil, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khairjhiti?
The Gram Panchayat of Khairjhiti is Padkhuri.
What is the pincode of Khairjhiti?
The pincode of Khairjhiti is 495117.
What is the population of Khairjhiti?
Khairjhiti had a total population of 652, including 327 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Khairjhiti?
Khairjhiti had 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khairjhiti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khairjhiti was 59.60%. Male literacy was 70.14% and female literacy was 48.70%.