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
According to the 2011 Census, Khiriya Kherat village had a total population of 516 people, including 274 males and 242 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.03%, with male literacy at 70.43% and female literacy at 34.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40.
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 | 516 | 274 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 44 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 516, including 274 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Khiriya Kherat?
Khiriya Kherat had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khiriya Kherat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khiriya Kherat was 53.03%. Male literacy was 70.43% and female literacy was 34.42%.