Kharai - Kolaras, Shivpuri
Kharai is a village situated in the Kolaras tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kolaras and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Atruni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharai is 455818. The village covers a total geographical area of 333.5 hectares and falls under the 473774 pincode. Kolaras is the nearest town.
Kharai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kharai
As per Census 2011, Kharai village has a total population of 469 people, consisting of 250 males and 219 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 177 literate and 292 illiterate residents. Additionally, 455 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 469 | 250 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 38 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 455 | 241 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 111 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 139 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Kharai
Kharai 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 Kharai
Kharai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Kharai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shivpuri to Kharai is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kharai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharai 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kharai
Where is Kharai located?
Kharai village is located in Kolaras Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharai?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharai is Atruni.
What is the pincode of Kharai?
The pincode of Kharai is 473774.
What is the population of Kharai?
Kharai has a total population of 469, including 250 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Kharai?
There are 129 households in Kharai.
What is the literacy rate in Kharai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharai is 37.74%. Male literacy is 44.40% and female literacy is 30.14%.