Khaira - Sunni, Shimla
Khaira is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from Shimla. Chebri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khaira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaira is 024119. The village covers a total geographical area of 157.38 hectares and falls under the 171018 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
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 Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khaira
According to the 2011 Census, Khaira village had a total population of 179 people, including 91 males and 88 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.01%, with male literacy at 90.79% and female literacy at 75.32%.
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 | 179 | 91 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 69 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 22 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Khaira
Khaira 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 Khaira
Khaira is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Khaira is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. 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:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Khaira
Where is Khaira located?
Khaira village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khaira?
The Gram Panchayat of Khaira is Chebri.
What is the pincode of Khaira?
The pincode of Khaira is 171018.
What is the population of Khaira?
Khaira had a total population of 179, including 91 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Khaira?
Khaira had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khaira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaira was 83.01%. Male literacy was 90.79% and female literacy was 75.32%.