Khair - Sirmour, Rewa
Khair is a village situated in the Sirmour tehsil of Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sirmour and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Rewa. Khair village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khair is 465437. The village covers a total geographical area of 204.58 hectares and falls under the 486448 pincode. Rewa is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khair village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangawan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rewa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khair
As per Census 2011, Khair village has a total population of 1,532 people, consisting of 796 males and 736 females. The village has 387 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 217 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,000 literate and 532 illiterate residents. Additionally, 382 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 139 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khair are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,532 | 796 | 736 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 110 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 382 | 197 | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 139 | 69 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 1,000 | 592 | 408 |
| Illiterate Population | 532 | 204 | 328 |
Nearby Villages of Khair
Khair is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chaura(chauth)164 | South | 1.24 km |
| Labhauli | South-East | 1.28 km |
| Kabara | North | 1.51 km |
| Madha | West | 1.52 km |
| Semara | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Chaura(kothar)163 | South-West | 1.87 km |
| Khuskhusa | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Majhigawan | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Paipakhara | West | 2.90 km |
| Bedhauwa | North-East | 3.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khair
Khair is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rewa, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Rewa to Khair is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khair
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khair village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khair
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khair 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khair
Where is Khair located?
Khair village is located in Sirmour Tehsil, Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khair?
Khair is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khair?
The pincode of Khair is 486448.
What is the population of Khair?
Khair has a total population of 1,532, including 796 males and 736 females.
How many households are there in Khair?
There are 387 households in Khair.
What is the literacy rate in Khair?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khair is 65.27%. Male literacy is 74.37% and female literacy is 55.43%.