Khaira - Keolari, Seoni
Khaira is a village situated in the Keolari tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Keolari and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Khaira village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaira is 496462. The village covers a total geographical area of 361.97 hectares and falls under the 480991 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Khaira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khaira
According to the 2011 Census, Khaira village had a total population of 3,178 people, including 1,616 males and 1,562 females, living in 707 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.57%, with male literacy at 91.61% and female literacy at 81.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 282, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 276.
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 | 3,178 | 1,616 | 1,562 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 371 | 197 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 282 | 142 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 276 | 131 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 2,430 | 1,300 | 1,130 |
| Illiterate Population | 748 | 316 | 432 |
Nearby Villages of Khaira
Khaira 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 Khaira
Khaira is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Khaira has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Seoni to Khaira 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 Khaira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khaira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khaira 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khaira
Where is Khaira located?
Khaira village is located in Keolari Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khaira?
Khaira is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khaira?
The pincode of Khaira is 480991.
What is the population of Khaira?
Khaira had a total population of 3,178, including 1,616 males and 1,562 females.
How many households are there in Khaira?
Khaira had 707 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khaira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaira was 86.57%. Male literacy was 91.61% and female literacy was 81.41%.