Khairteya - Nighasan, Kheri
Khairteya is a village situated in the Nighasan tehsil of Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nighasan and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Kheri. Khairteya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khairteya is 135054. The village covers a total geographical area of 1678.19 hectares and falls under the 262906 pincode. Paliya is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Khairteya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nighasan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khairteya
As per Census 2011, Khairteya village has a total population of 3,546 people, consisting of 1,814 males and 1,732 females. The village has 621 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 530 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,849 literate and 1,697 illiterate residents. Additionally, 376 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 50 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khairteya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,546 | 1,814 | 1,732 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 530 | 277 | 253 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 376 | 201 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 1,849 | 1,087 | 762 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,697 | 727 | 970 |
Nearby Villages of Khairteya
Khairteya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kasyap Nagar | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Anup Nagar | North | 3.10 km |
| Bharthapur | North-East | 3.16 km |
| Dalraj Pur | South-West | 3.85 km |
| Ramuwapur | West | 4.01 km |
| Khamareya | North-West | 4.41 km |
| Ram Nagar Sankalpa | North | 4.82 km |
| Tela Gauri | South | 4.92 km |
| Murteha | South-West | 5.72 km |
| Barsola Kalan | North-West | 5.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khairteya
Khairteya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khairatiya Bandh Road, while the nearest airport is Pithorgarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 136.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Paliya to Khairteya is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kheri to Khairteya is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khairteya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khairteya 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khairteya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khairteya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khairteya
Where is Khairteya located?
Khairteya village is located in Nighasan Tehsil, Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khairteya?
Khairteya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khairteya?
The pincode of Khairteya is 262906.
What is the population of Khairteya?
Khairteya has a total population of 3,546, including 1,814 males and 1,732 females.
How many households are there in Khairteya?
There are 621 households in Khairteya.
What is the literacy rate in Khairteya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khairteya is 52.14%. Male literacy is 59.92% and female literacy is 44.00%.