Khirai - Maliya, Morbi
Khirai is a village situated in the Maliya taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 4 km from Maliya and around 100 km from Rajkot. Khirai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khirai is 512604. The village covers a total geographical area of 953.24 hectares and falls under the 363670 pincode. Maliya is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Khirai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morbi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khirai
As per Census 2011, Khirai village has a total population of 1,029 people, consisting of 522 males and 507 females. The village has 192 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 826 literate and 203 illiterate residents. Additionally, 119 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khirai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,029 | 522 | 507 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 57 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 59 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 826 | 446 | 380 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 76 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Khirai
Khirai 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 Khirai
Khirai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Khirai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Maliya to Khirai is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Khirai is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khirai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khirai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khirai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khirai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khirai
Where is Khirai located?
Khirai village is located in Maliya Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khirai?
Khirai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khirai?
The pincode of Khirai is 363670.
What is the population of Khirai?
Khirai has a total population of 1,029, including 522 males and 507 females.
How many households are there in Khirai?
There are 192 households in Khirai.
What is the literacy rate in Khirai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khirai is 80.27%. Male literacy is 85.44% and female literacy is 74.95%.