Khairana - Nanakmatta, Udham Singh Nagar
Khairana is a village situated in the Nanakmatta tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from Sitarganj and around 50 km from Rudrapur. Khairana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khairana is 056200. The village covers a total geographical area of 247.64 hectares and falls under the 262405 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Khairana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nanak matta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khairana
As per Census 2011, Khairana village has a total population of 1,181 people, consisting of 582 males and 599 females. The village has 187 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 139 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 800 literate and 381 illiterate residents. Additionally, 953 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khairana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,181 | 582 | 599 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 70 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 953 | 463 | 490 |
| Literate Population | 800 | 439 | 361 |
| Illiterate Population | 381 | 143 | 238 |
Nearby Villages of Khairana
Khairana is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Khairana
Khairana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Khairana has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitarganj to Khairana is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Khairana is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khairana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khairana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khairana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khairana 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khairana
Where is Khairana located?
Khairana village is located in Nanakmatta Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khairana?
Khairana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khairana?
The pincode of Khairana is 262405.
What is the population of Khairana?
Khairana has a total population of 1,181, including 582 males and 599 females.
How many households are there in Khairana?
There are 187 households in Khairana.
What is the literacy rate in Khairana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khairana is 67.74%. Male literacy is 75.43% and female literacy is 60.27%.