Khirhani Kalan - Sihora, Jabalpur
Khirhani Kalan is a village situated in the Sihora tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihora and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Khirhanikala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khirhani Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khirhani Kalan is 489107. The village covers a total geographical area of 166.84 hectares and falls under the 483334 pincode. Sihora is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Khirhani Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khirhani Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Khirhani Kalan village had a total population of 1,350 people, including 688 males and 662 females, living in 313 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.88%, with male literacy at 79.27% and female literacy at 60.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 119, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 106.
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 | 1,350 | 688 | 662 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 109 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 55 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 106 | 60 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 805 | 459 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 545 | 229 | 316 |
Nearby Villages of Khirhani Kalan
Khirhani 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 Khirhani Kalan
Khirhani Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sihora to Khirhani Kalan is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Khirhani Kalan 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 Khirhani Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khirhani Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khirhani 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 Khirhani Kalan 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 Khirhani Kalan
Where is Khirhani Kalan located?
Khirhani Kalan village is located in Sihora Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khirhani Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Khirhani Kalan is Khirhanikala.
What is the pincode of Khirhani Kalan?
The pincode of Khirhani Kalan is 483334.
What is the population of Khirhani Kalan?
Khirhani Kalan had a total population of 1,350, including 688 males and 662 females.
How many households are there in Khirhani Kalan?
Khirhani Kalan had 313 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khirhani Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khirhani Kalan was 69.88%. Male literacy was 79.27% and female literacy was 60.38%.