Khaira Kalan - Bijawar, Chhatarpur
Khaira Kalan is a village situated in the Bijawar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijawar and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Khera Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khaira Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaira Kalan is 458260. The village covers a total geographical area of 1765.7 hectares and falls under the 471405 pincode. Bijawar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Khaira Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khaira Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Khaira Kalan village had a total population of 1,400 people, including 775 males and 625 females, living in 306 households. The sex ratio was 806 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.14%, with male literacy at 77.66% and female literacy at 51.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 413, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 1,400 | 775 | 625 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 108 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 413 | 218 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 799 | 518 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 601 | 257 | 344 |
Nearby Villages of Khaira Kalan
Khaira Kalan 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 Kalan
Khaira Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bijawar to Khaira Kalan is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Khaira Kalan is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khaira Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaira Kalan 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 Kalan
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 Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khaira Kalan
Where is Khaira Kalan located?
Khaira Kalan village is located in Bijawar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khaira Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Khaira Kalan is Khera Kala.
What is the pincode of Khaira Kalan?
The pincode of Khaira Kalan is 471405.
What is the population of Khaira Kalan?
Khaira Kalan had a total population of 1,400, including 775 males and 625 females.
How many households are there in Khaira Kalan?
Khaira Kalan had 306 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khaira Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaira Kalan was 66.14%. Male literacy was 77.66% and female literacy was 51.94%.