Khaira - Chunar, Mirzapur
Khaira is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Khaira village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaira is 212347. The village covers a total geographical area of 130.15 hectares and falls under the 231306 pincode. Kachhawa is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Chunar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khaira
As per Census 2011, Khaira village has a total population of 2,970 people, consisting of 1,541 males and 1,429 females. The village has 486 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 445 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,708 literate and 1,262 illiterate residents. Additionally, 532 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khaira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,970 | 1,541 | 1,429 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 445 | 219 | 226 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 532 | 272 | 260 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,708 | 1,037 | 671 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,262 | 504 | 758 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Semara Mu. Khaira | South-East | 1.13 km |
| Tilanga Sani | East | 1.15 km |
| Hansipur | South | 1.18 km |
| Bhagirathpur | North-West | 1.33 km |
| Tilanga | North-East | 1.39 km |
| Domanpur | West | 1.40 km |
| Kataduhi Khaira | North | 1.52 km |
| Kataduhi Paho | North | 1.54 km |
| Dhanaita | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Bagaha | East | 2.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khaira
Khaira is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dagmagpur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.2 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 Kachhawa to Khaira is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mirzapur to Khaira is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
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) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khaira
Where is Khaira located?
Khaira village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur 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 231306.
What is the population of Khaira?
Khaira has a total population of 2,970, including 1,541 males and 1,429 females.
How many households are there in Khaira?
There are 486 households in Khaira.
What is the literacy rate in Khaira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaira is 57.51%. Male literacy is 67.29% and female literacy is 46.96%.