Khairwa - Ketar*, Garhwa
Khairwa is a village situated in the Ketar* subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ketar* and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Pachadumar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khairwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khairwa is 347197. The village covers a total geographical area of 531.68 hectares and falls under the 822112 pincode.
Khairwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khairwa
As per Census 2011, Khairwa village has a total population of 854 people, consisting of 450 males and 404 females. The village has 148 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 496 literate and 358 illiterate residents. Additionally, 229 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khairwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 854 | 450 | 404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 62 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 229 | 121 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 496 | 313 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 137 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Khairwa
Khairwa 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 Khairwa
Khairwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Garhwa to Khairwa 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 Khairwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khairwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khairwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khairwa 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khairwa
Where is Khairwa located?
Khairwa village is located in Ketar* Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khairwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Khairwa is Pachadumar.
What is the pincode of Khairwa?
The pincode of Khairwa is 822112.
What is the population of Khairwa?
Khairwa has a total population of 854, including 450 males and 404 females.
How many households are there in Khairwa?
There are 148 households in Khairwa.
What is the literacy rate in Khairwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khairwa is 58.08%. Male literacy is 69.56% and female literacy is 45.30%.