Khaira - Colonelganj, Gonda
Khaira is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Colonelganj and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Khaira village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaira is 175129. The village covers a total geographical area of 323.11 hectares and falls under the 271502 pincode. Gonda is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Khaira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Colonelganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khaira
As per Census 2011, Khaira village has a total population of 2,861 people, consisting of 1,459 males and 1,402 females. The village has 522 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 494 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,266 literate and 1,595 illiterate residents. Additionally, 555 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khaira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,861 | 1,459 | 1,402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 494 | 251 | 243 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 555 | 295 | 260 |
| Literate Population | 1,266 | 778 | 488 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,595 | 681 | 914 |
Nearby Villages of Khaira
Khaira 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Tiwari | North-East | 1.29 km |
| Allipur Khande Ray | East | 2.10 km |
| Banua | South-East | 2.45 km |
| Sakraur | North | 2.58 km |
| Pasaka | South-West | 2.65 km |
| Gajsinghpur | North-East | 2.89 km |
| Nandaur | North-West | 4.03 km |
| Telaha | East | 4.24 km |
| Durauni | North | 4.49 km |
| Marchaur | North | 4.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khaira
Khaira is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Rauzagaon, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gonda to Khaira is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Khaira is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khaira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khaira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khaira 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khaira
Where is Khaira located?
Khaira village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khaira?
Khaira is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khaira?
The pincode of Khaira is 271502.
What is the population of Khaira?
Khaira has a total population of 2,861, including 1,459 males and 1,402 females.
How many households are there in Khaira?
There are 522 households in Khaira.
What is the literacy rate in Khaira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaira is 44.25%. Male literacy is 53.32% and female literacy is 34.81%.