Khairi - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Khairi is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Timarani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khairi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khairi is 505631. The village covers a total geographical area of 631.74 hectares and falls under the 450117 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Khairi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harsud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khairi
According to the 2011 Census, Khairi village had a total population of 1,403 people, including 710 males and 693 females, living in 274 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.05%, with male literacy at 59.71% and female literacy at 34.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 59, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,315.
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 | 1,403 | 710 | 693 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 317 | 159 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,315 | 665 | 650 |
| Literate Population | 511 | 329 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 892 | 381 | 511 |
Nearby Villages of Khairi
Khairi 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 Khairi
Khairi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Khandwa to Khairi is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khairi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khairi 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 Khairi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khairi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khairi
Where is Khairi located?
Khairi village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khairi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khairi is Timarani.
What is the pincode of Khairi?
The pincode of Khairi is 450117.
What is the population of Khairi?
Khairi had a total population of 1,403, including 710 males and 693 females.
How many households are there in Khairi?
Khairi had 274 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khairi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khairi was 47.05%. Male literacy was 59.71% and female literacy was 34.02%.