Khiriya - Kurwai, Vidisha
Khiriya is a village situated in the Kurwai tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurwai and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Kankar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khiriya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khiriya is 480932. The village covers a total geographical area of 198.53 hectares and falls under the 464224 pincode. Kurwai is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Khiriya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khiriya
According to the 2011 Census, Khiriya village had a total population of 352 people, including 191 males and 161 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 843 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.03%, with male literacy at 90.17% and female literacy at 64.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 105, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 30.
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 | 352 | 191 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 18 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 55 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 245 | 156 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 35 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Khiriya
Khiriya 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 Khiriya
Khiriya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khiriya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kurwai to Khiriya is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Khiriya is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khiriya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khiriya 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 Khiriya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khiriya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khiriya
Where is Khiriya located?
Khiriya village is located in Kurwai Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khiriya?
The Gram Panchayat of Khiriya is Kankar.
What is the pincode of Khiriya?
The pincode of Khiriya is 464224.
What is the population of Khiriya?
Khiriya had a total population of 352, including 191 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Khiriya?
Khiriya had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khiriya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khiriya was 79.03%. Male literacy was 90.17% and female literacy was 64.96%.