Khairi - Chicholi, Betul
Khairi is a village situated in the Chicholi tehsil of Betul district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chicholi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Betul. Asadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khairi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khairi is 485771. The village covers a total geographical area of 893.21 hectares and falls under the 460330 pincode. Chicholi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khairi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghoradongri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khairi
As per Census 2011, Khairi village has a total population of 1,140 people, consisting of 591 males and 549 females. The village has 220 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 157 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 580 literate and 560 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 806 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khairi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,140 | 591 | 549 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 88 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 32 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 806 | 413 | 393 |
| Literate Population | 580 | 356 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 560 | 235 | 325 |
Nearby Villages of Khairi
Khairi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Adarsh Dhanora | South | 2.44 km |
| Lakkad Jam | West | 2.88 km |
| Dulhara | North-East | 3.08 km |
| Asadi | North-West | 3.16 km |
| Siplai | East | 3.29 km |
| Devpur Kotmi | South-East | 3.93 km |
| Bighwa | North-East | 4.10 km |
| Kundab Kajan | South | 4.50 km |
| Dudhiya | North | 5.11 km |
| Birpur | North-East | 5.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khairi
Khairi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Maramjhiri, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 119.7 km.
| 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 Chicholi to Khairi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Betul to Khairi is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khairi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khairi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khairi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khairi 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 Khairi
Where is Khairi located?
Khairi village is located in Chicholi Tehsil, Betul district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khairi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khairi is Asadi.
What is the pincode of Khairi?
The pincode of Khairi is 460330.
What is the population of Khairi?
Khairi has a total population of 1,140, including 591 males and 549 females.
How many households are there in Khairi?
There are 220 households in Khairi.
What is the literacy rate in Khairi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khairi is 50.88%. Male literacy is 60.24% and female literacy is 40.80%.