Khaira - Nawagarh, Janjgir-Champa

Khaira is a village situated in the Nawagarh tehsil of Janjgir-Champa district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 17 km from Nawagarh and around 18 km from Janjgir. Khaira village is a designated Gram Panchayat.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaira is 436736. The village covers a total geographical area of 238.89 hectares and falls under the 495668 pincode. Naila-janjgir is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.

Khaira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Janjgir Champa Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.

Population of Khaira

According to the 2011 Census, Khaira village had a total population of 1,253 people, including 640 males and 613 females, living in 212 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.61%, with male literacy at 83.77% and female literacy at 56.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 96.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Khaira

Khaira 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Khaira

Khaira is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bhatapara, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.1 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naila-janjgir to Khaira is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Janjgir to Khaira is about 18 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:

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:

FAQs about Khaira