Khairi - Kusmi, Sidhi
Khairi is a village situated in the Kusmi tehsil of Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kusmi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Sidhi. Khairi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khairi is 503247. The village covers a total geographical area of 307.76 hectares and falls under the 486669 pincode. Majhauli is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Khairi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khairi
As per Census 2011, Khairi village has a total population of 935 people, consisting of 481 males and 454 females. The village has 228 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 186 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 429 literate and 506 illiterate residents. Additionally, 375 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 156 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khairi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 935 | 481 | 454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 108 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 375 | 187 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 156 | 83 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 429 | 233 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 506 | 248 | 258 |
Nearby Villages of Khairi
Khairi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harraha | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Kota | West | 2.77 km |
| Haiki | East | 2.96 km |
| Naganna | South-East | 3.23 km |
| Pipraha | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Nagpokhar | South | 3.96 km |
| Dadari | South | 4.17 km |
| Gijohar | North | 4.44 km |
| Pankhora | North-West | 6.48 km |
| Amjhar | East | 6.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khairi
Khairi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kanchanpur Road, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Majhauli to Khairi is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sidhi to Khairi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khairi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khairi 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khairi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khairi 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 Khairi
Where is Khairi located?
Khairi village is located in Kusmi Tehsil, Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khairi?
Khairi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khairi?
The pincode of Khairi is 486669.
What is the population of Khairi?
Khairi has a total population of 935, including 481 males and 454 females.
How many households are there in Khairi?
There are 228 households in Khairi.
What is the literacy rate in Khairi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khairi is 45.88%. Male literacy is 48.44% and female literacy is 43.17%.