Khirai

Khirai is a village located in Illambazar subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 23.4km away from sub-district headquarter Illambazar (tehsildar office) and 36.7km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Mongoldihi is the gram panchayat of Khirai village.

Khirai has its own place in the vibrant Birbhum region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Khirai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khirai is 318063. The village spans a total geographical area of 147.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731214. Bolpur is nearest town to Khirai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.

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Population of Khirai

Below is a concise population overview of Khirai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,082 1,079 1,003
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 320 168 152
Scheduled Castes (SC) 141 66 75
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,316 707 609
Illiterate Population 766 372 394

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khirai village:

  • The total population of Khirai village is around 2,082, including approximately 1,079 males and 1,003 females, with a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 320 children aged 0–6 years in Khirai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Khirai village has 141 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Khirai village is about 63.21%, with male literacy at 65.52% and female literacy at 60.72%.
  • There are around 488 households in Khirai village.

Connectivity of Khirai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khirai. As per the 2011 stats, Khirai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Khirai

Knowing the nearby villages of Khirai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khirai.

Raghaipur Chaumandalpur Hansra Chhatar Bandi Amladihi Karchadihi Balta Dharampur Ilambazar Shimultari Padampur

Frequently Asked Questions about Khirai

Where is Khirai located?
Khirai village is situated in Illambazar Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khirai?
The Gram Panchayat of Khirai is Mongoldihi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Khirai?
The pincode of Khirai is 731214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khirai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khirai is 2,082, with 1,079 males and 1,003 females.
How many households are there in Khirai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khirai village has a total of 488 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khirai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khirai is 63.21%. The male literacy rate is 65.52%, while the female literacy rate is 60.72%.