Khairi - Bichhiya, Mandla
Khairi is a village situated in the Bichhiya tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhiya and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Tikariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khairi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khairi is 493451. The village covers a total geographical area of 268.28 hectares and falls under the 481996 pincode. Bichhiya is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Khairi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khairi
As per Census 2011, Khairi village has a total population of 392 people, consisting of 210 males and 182 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 207 literate and 185 illiterate residents. Additionally, 283 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khairi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 392 | 210 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 34 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 283 | 152 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 127 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 83 | 102 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Khairi has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bichhiya to Khairi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Khairi is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khairi
Where is Khairi located?
Khairi village is located in Bichhiya Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khairi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khairi is Tikariya.
What is the pincode of Khairi?
The pincode of Khairi is 481996.
What is the population of Khairi?
Khairi has a total population of 392, including 210 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Khairi?
There are 91 households in Khairi.
What is the literacy rate in Khairi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khairi is 52.81%. Male literacy is 60.48% and female literacy is 43.96%.