Khire Garh - Nighasan, Kheri
Khire Garh is a village situated in the Nighasan tehsil of Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nighasan and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Kheri. Khire Garh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khire Garh is 134977. The village covers a total geographical area of 617.25 hectares and falls under the 262906 pincode.
Khire Garh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Khire Garh
According to the 2011 Census, Khire Garh village had a total population of 5,091 people, including 2,658 males and 2,433 females, living in 943 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.91%, with male literacy at 54.48% and female literacy at 36.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 580.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,091 | 2,658 | 2,433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 911 | 457 | 454 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 580 | 310 | 270 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,919 | 1,199 | 720 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,172 | 1,459 | 1,713 |
Nearby Villages of Khire Garh
Khire Garh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Setla Pur | North-West | 1.59 km |
| Ramnagar Verna | North | 1.82 km |
| Mahendra Nagar | West | 2.05 km |
| Subhas Nagar | North-West | 2.80 km |
| Pachpeda Recheya | North-West | 2.82 km |
| Masurha | East | 2.98 km |
| Echchhanagar | North-East | 3.27 km |
| Sesaiya | West | 3.88 km |
| Udhau Nagar | West | 4.40 km |
| Mangha | East | 4.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khire Garh
Public transport in the Khire Garh is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Belrayan, while the nearest airport is Pithorgarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 127.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kheri to Khire Garh is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khire Garh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khire Garh 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khire Garh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khire Garh 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khire Garh
Where is Khire Garh located?
Khire Garh village is located in Nighasan Tehsil, Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khire Garh?
Khire Garh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khire Garh?
The pincode of Khire Garh is 262906.
What is the population of Khire Garh?
Khire Garh had a total population of 5,091, including 2,658 males and 2,433 females.
How many households are there in Khire Garh?
Khire Garh had 943 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khire Garh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khire Garh was 45.91%. Male literacy was 54.48% and female literacy was 36.38%.