Khairaji - Bichhua, Chhindwara
Khairaji is a village situated in the Bichhua tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhua and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Kisanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khairaji village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khairaji is 495481. The village covers a total geographical area of 225.67 hectares and falls under the 480111 pincode. Chourai is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Khairaji village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khairaji
According to the 2011 Census, Khairaji village had a total population of 177 people, including 89 males and 88 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.34%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 42.68%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 177.
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 | 177 | 89 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 177 | 89 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 41 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 48 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Khairaji
Khairaji 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 Khairaji
Khairaji 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chourai to Khairaji is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Khairaji is about 47 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 Khairaji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khairaji 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 Khairaji
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khairaji 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 Khairaji
Where is Khairaji located?
Khairaji village is located in Bichhua Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khairaji?
The Gram Panchayat of Khairaji is Kisanpur.
What is the pincode of Khairaji?
The pincode of Khairaji is 480111.
What is the population of Khairaji?
Khairaji had a total population of 177, including 89 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Khairaji?
Khairaji had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khairaji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khairaji was 46.34%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 42.68%.