Khairbana - Khairagarh, Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai
Khairbana is a village situated in the Khairagarh tehsil of Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from Khairagarh and around 55 km from Rajnandgaon. Barbaspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khairbana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khairbana is 440341. The village covers a total geographical area of 176.3 hectares and falls under the 491881 pincode. Khairagarh is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Khairbana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khairagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khairbana
According to the 2011 Census, Khairbana village had a total population of 468 people, including 223 males and 245 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 1,099 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.93%, with male literacy at 93.19% and female literacy at 71.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 83.
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 | 468 | 223 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 25 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 39 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 331 | 178 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 45 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Khairbana
Khairbana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pendri Khurd | West | 1.66 km |
| Kerabori | South | 1.72 km |
| Mandla | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Dokrabhatha | North | 2.14 km |
| Badgada | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Limtara | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Tekadih | North-West | 3.02 km |
| Keshla | East | 3.06 km |
| Dholiyakanhar | South-West | 3.23 km |
| Khapri Kalar | North-East | 3.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khairbana
Khairbana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Murhipar, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khairagarh to Khairbana is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Khairbana is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khairbana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khairbana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khairbana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khairbana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khairbana
Where is Khairbana located?
Khairbana village is located in Khairagarh Tehsil, Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khairbana?
The Gram Panchayat of Khairbana is Barbaspur.
What is the pincode of Khairbana?
The pincode of Khairbana is 491881.
What is the population of Khairbana?
Khairbana had a total population of 468, including 223 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Khairbana?
Khairbana had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khairbana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khairbana was 81.93%. Male literacy was 93.19% and female literacy was 71.83%.