Khairana - Pirawa, Jhalawar
Khairana is a village situated in the Pirawa tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pirawa and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Khairana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khairana is 105114. The village covers a total geographical area of 914.62 hectares and falls under the 326034 pincode. Jhalawar is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Khairana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhalrapatan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khairana
As per Census 2011, Khairana village has a total population of 1,118 people, consisting of 581 males and 537 females. The village has 219 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 543 literate and 575 illiterate residents. Additionally, 136 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 70 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khairana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,118 | 581 | 537 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 89 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 70 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 37 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 543 | 348 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 575 | 233 | 342 |
Nearby Villages of Khairana
Khairana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Motmindganj | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Tomariya Kheri | South-West | 2.40 km |
| Khatkar | North | 2.78 km |
| Maya Kheri | South | 2.78 km |
| Nipaniya | North-West | 2.82 km |
| Odiya Kheri | South-East | 2.83 km |
| Loti | North-East | 3.53 km |
| Farshpura | South-East | 3.62 km |
| Dola | South-West | 4.11 km |
| Samli Jinnar | East | 4.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khairana
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khairana. The nearest railway station is Bhawani Mandi, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Jhalawar to Khairana is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khairana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khairana 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 Khairana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khairana 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 Khairana
Where is Khairana located?
Khairana village is located in Pirawa Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khairana?
Khairana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khairana?
The pincode of Khairana is 326034.
What is the population of Khairana?
Khairana has a total population of 1,118, including 581 males and 537 females.
How many households are there in Khairana?
There are 219 households in Khairana.
What is the literacy rate in Khairana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khairana is 48.57%. Male literacy is 59.90% and female literacy is 36.31%.