Khaira - Kusmi, Sidhi
Khaira is a village situated in the Kusmi tehsil of Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kusmi and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Sidhi. Dubarikala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khaira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaira is 503212. The village covers a total geographical area of 326.6 hectares and falls under the 486666 pincode. Majhauli is the nearest town, located about 20 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 261 people, including 134 males and 127 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.78%, with male literacy at 77.67% and female literacy at 65.66%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 225.
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 | 261 | 134 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 225 | 117 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 80 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 54 | 62 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khaira. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khaira.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Majhauli to Khaira is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sidhi to Khaira is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khaira
Where is Khaira located?
Khaira village is located in Kusmi Tehsil, Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khaira?
The Gram Panchayat of Khaira is Dubarikala.
What is the pincode of Khaira?
The pincode of Khaira is 486666.
What is the population of Khaira?
Khaira had a total population of 261, including 134 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Khaira?
Khaira had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khaira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaira was 71.78%. Male literacy was 77.67% and female literacy was 65.66%.