Khirada - Anjangaon Surji, Amravati
Khirada is a village situated in the Anjangaon Surji tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anjangaon Surji and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Khirala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khirada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khirada is 531731. The village covers a total geographical area of 492.11 hectares and falls under the 444705 pincode. Anjangaon is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Khirada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khirada
As per Census 2011, Khirada village has a total population of 992 people, consisting of 513 males and 479 females. The village has 244 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 825 literate and 167 illiterate residents. Additionally, 392 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 83 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khirada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 992 | 513 | 479 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 392 | 205 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 45 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 825 | 461 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 52 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Khirada
Khirada 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 Khirada
Khirada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anjangaon to Khirada is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Khirada 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 Khirada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khirada 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khirada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khirada 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khirada
Where is Khirada located?
Khirada village is located in Anjangaon Surji Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khirada?
The Gram Panchayat of Khirada is Khirala.
What is the pincode of Khirada?
The pincode of Khirada is 444705.
What is the population of Khirada?
Khirada has a total population of 992, including 513 males and 479 females.
How many households are there in Khirada?
There are 244 households in Khirada.
What is the literacy rate in Khirada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khirada is 83.17%. Male literacy is 89.86% and female literacy is 75.99%.