Khaira - Sarath, Deoghar
Khaira is a village situated in the Sarath subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sarath and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Bagdabra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khaira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaira is 355199. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 814149 pincode. Deoghar is the nearest town.
Khaira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Khaira
According to the 2011 Census, Khaira village had a total population of 362 people, including 188 males and 174 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.22%, with male literacy at 84.66% and female literacy at 46.76%.
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 | 362 | 188 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 25 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 138 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 50 | 109 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khaira.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Khaira is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khaira
Where is Khaira located?
Khaira village is located in Sarath Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khaira?
The Gram Panchayat of Khaira is Bagdabra.
What is the pincode of Khaira?
The pincode of Khaira is 814149.
What is the population of Khaira?
Khaira had a total population of 362, including 188 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Khaira?
Khaira had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khaira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaira was 67.22%. Male literacy was 84.66% and female literacy was 46.76%.