Khaira - Beohari, Shahdol
Khaira is a village situated in the Beohari tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beohari and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Khaira village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaira is 500934. The village covers a total geographical area of 903.31 hectares and falls under the 484774 pincode. Shahdol is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Khaira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khaira
As per Census 2011, Khaira village has a total population of 1,718 people, consisting of 886 males and 832 females. The village has 411 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 291 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 779 literate and 939 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,259 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khaira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,718 | 886 | 832 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 151 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 54 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,259 | 648 | 611 |
| Literate Population | 779 | 460 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 939 | 426 | 513 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khaira.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahdol to Khaira is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahdol to Khaira is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khaira
Where is Khaira located?
Khaira village is located in Beohari Tehsil, Shahdol 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 484774.
What is the population of Khaira?
Khaira has a total population of 1,718, including 886 males and 832 females.
How many households are there in Khaira?
There are 411 households in Khaira.
What is the literacy rate in Khaira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaira is 45.34%. Male literacy is 51.92% and female literacy is 38.34%.