Khaira - Barkatha, Hazaribagh
Khaira is a village situated in the Barkatha subdivision of Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkatha and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Hazaribagh. Tuiyo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khaira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaira is 368281. The village covers a total geographical area of 549.94 hectares and falls under the 825323 pincode.
Khaira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khaira
According to the 2011 Census, Khaira village had a total population of 544 people, including 261 males and 283 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 1,084 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.75%, with male literacy at 70.97% and female literacy at 39.11%.
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 | 544 | 261 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 44 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 154 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 107 | 195 |
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 in the Khaira is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Hazaribagh to Khaira is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khaira
Where is Khaira located?
Khaira village is located in Barkatha Subdivision, Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khaira?
The Gram Panchayat of Khaira is Tuiyo.
What is the pincode of Khaira?
The pincode of Khaira is 825323.
What is the population of Khaira?
Khaira had a total population of 544, including 261 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Khaira?
Khaira had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khaira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaira was 54.75%. Male literacy was 70.97% and female literacy was 39.11%.