Khiriya Kherat - Kumbhraj, Guna
Khiriya Kherat is a village situated in the Kumbhraj tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumbhraj and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Badagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khiriya Kherat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khiriya Kherat is 499621. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.5 hectares and falls under the 473111 pincode. Kumbhraj is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Khiriya Kherat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chachoura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khiriya Kherat
As per Census 2011, Khiriya Kherat village has a total population of 516 people, consisting of 274 males and 242 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 236 literate and 280 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khiriya Kherat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 516 | 274 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 44 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 236 | 162 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 112 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Khiriya Kherat
Khiriya Kherat 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 Khiriya Kherat
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khiriya Kherat.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kumbhraj to Khiriya Kherat is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Khiriya Kherat is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khiriya Kherat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khiriya Kherat 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khiriya Kherat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khiriya Kherat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khiriya Kherat
Where is Khiriya Kherat located?
Khiriya Kherat village is located in Kumbhraj Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khiriya Kherat?
The Gram Panchayat of Khiriya Kherat is Badagaon.
What is the pincode of Khiriya Kherat?
The pincode of Khiriya Kherat is 473111.
What is the population of Khiriya Kherat?
Khiriya Kherat has a total population of 516, including 274 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Khiriya Kherat?
There are 85 households in Khiriya Kherat.
What is the literacy rate in Khiriya Kherat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khiriya Kherat is 45.74%. Male literacy is 59.12% and female literacy is 30.58%.