Khairwar - Jarhagaon, Mungeli
Khairwar is a village situated in the Jarhagaon tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 17 km from Mungeli and around 49 km from Bilaspur. Dhangaon (go) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khairwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khairwar is 438321. The village covers a total geographical area of 187.96 hectares and falls under the 495334 pincode. Mungeli is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Khairwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungeli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khairwar
As per Census 2011, Khairwar village has a total population of 607 people, consisting of 298 males and 309 females. The village has 163 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 316 literate and 291 illiterate residents. Additionally, 511 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 76 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khairwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 607 | 298 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 52 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 511 | 251 | 260 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 38 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 316 | 196 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 102 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Khairwar
Khairwar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Khairwar
Public transport in the Khairwar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mungeli to Khairwar is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Khairwar is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khairwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khairwar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khairwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khairwar 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khairwar
Where is Khairwar located?
Khairwar village is located in Jarhagaon Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khairwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Khairwar is Dhangaon (go).
What is the pincode of Khairwar?
The pincode of Khairwar is 495334.
What is the population of Khairwar?
Khairwar has a total population of 607, including 298 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Khairwar?
There are 163 households in Khairwar.
What is the literacy rate in Khairwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khairwar is 52.06%. Male literacy is 65.77% and female literacy is 38.83%.