Kheirai - Khaga, Fatehpur
Kheirai is a village situated in the Khaga tehsil of Fatehpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khaga and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Fatehpur. Khairei serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kheirai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kheirai is 157530. The village covers a total geographical area of 739.34 hectares and falls under the 212655 pincode. Khaga is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kheirai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khaga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kheirai
As per Census 2011, Kheirai village has a total population of 6,537 people, consisting of 3,465 males and 3,072 females. The village has 1,205 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,241 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,470 literate and 4,067 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,399 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kheirai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,537 | 3,465 | 3,072 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,241 | 627 | 614 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,399 | 723 | 676 |
| Literate Population | 2,470 | 1,629 | 841 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,067 | 1,836 | 2,231 |
Nearby Villages of Kheirai
Kheirai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rasulpur Sani | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Pauli | South | 1.92 km |
| Ganhi | West | 1.96 km |
| Koora | North-West | 2.64 km |
| Pai | East | 2.64 km |
| Mujuddin Nagar | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Chak Basva | South-East | 3.15 km |
| Harbanshpur | North | 3.17 km |
| Kathariya | South | 3.48 km |
| Amani | West | 3.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kheirai
Kheirai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Katoghan, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Khaga to Kheirai is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Fatehpur to Kheirai is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kheirai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kheirai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kheirai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kheirai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kheirai
Where is Kheirai located?
Kheirai village is located in Khaga Tehsil, Fatehpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kheirai?
The Gram Panchayat of Kheirai is Khairei.
What is the pincode of Kheirai?
The pincode of Kheirai is 212655.
What is the population of Kheirai?
Kheirai has a total population of 6,537, including 3,465 males and 3,072 females.
How many households are there in Kheirai?
There are 1,205 households in Kheirai.
What is the literacy rate in Kheirai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kheirai is 37.78%. Male literacy is 47.01% and female literacy is 27.38%.