Khairkera - Biramitrapur, Sundargarh
Khairkera is a village situated in the Biramitrapur tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Bisra and around 140 km from Sundargarh. Bagdega serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khairkera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khairkera is 384468. The village covers a total geographical area of 475 hectares and falls under the 770036 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Khairkera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Biramitrapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khairkera
As per Census 2011, Khairkera village has a total population of 942 people, consisting of 469 males and 473 females. The village has 202 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 441 literate and 501 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 599 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khairkera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 942 | 469 | 473 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 71 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 599 | 294 | 305 |
| Literate Population | 441 | 261 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 501 | 208 | 293 |
Nearby Villages of Khairkera
Khairkera 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 Khairkera
Public transport in the Khairkera is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khairkera.
| 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 Raurkela to Khairkera is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Khairkera is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khairkera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khairkera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khairkera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khairkera 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Khairkera
Where is Khairkera located?
Khairkera village is located in Biramitrapur Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khairkera?
The Gram Panchayat of Khairkera is Bagdega.
What is the pincode of Khairkera?
The pincode of Khairkera is 770036.
What is the population of Khairkera?
Khairkera has a total population of 942, including 469 males and 473 females.
How many households are there in Khairkera?
There are 202 households in Khairkera.
What is the literacy rate in Khairkera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khairkera is 46.82%. Male literacy is 55.65% and female literacy is 38.05%.