Sankhlon Ki Dhani - Kalyanpur, Balotra
Sankhlon Ki Dhani is a village situated in the Kalyanpur tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 60 km from Pachpadra and around 163 km from Barmer. Dhani Shankhala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankhlon Ki Dhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankhlon Ki Dhani is 087515. The village covers a total geographical area of 729.72 hectares and falls under the 344026 pincode. Balotra is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Sankhlon Ki Dhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sankhlon Ki Dhani
As per Census 2011, Sankhlon Ki Dhani village has a total population of 881 people, consisting of 468 males and 413 females. The village has 167 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 154 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 493 literate and 388 illiterate residents. Additionally, 174 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankhlon Ki Dhani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 881 | 468 | 413 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 75 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 95 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 493 | 337 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 388 | 131 | 257 |
Nearby Villages of Sankhlon Ki Dhani
Sankhlon Ki Dhani 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 Sankhlon Ki Dhani
Sankhlon Ki Dhani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balotra to Sankhlon Ki Dhani is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barmer to Sankhlon Ki Dhani is about 163 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankhlon Ki Dhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankhlon Ki Dhani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sankhlon Ki Dhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankhlon Ki Dhani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sankhlon Ki Dhani
Where is Sankhlon Ki Dhani located?
Sankhlon Ki Dhani village is located in Kalyanpur Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankhlon Ki Dhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankhlon Ki Dhani is Dhani Shankhala.
What is the pincode of Sankhlon Ki Dhani?
The pincode of Sankhlon Ki Dhani is 344026.
What is the population of Sankhlon Ki Dhani?
Sankhlon Ki Dhani has a total population of 881, including 468 males and 413 females.
How many households are there in Sankhlon Ki Dhani?
There are 167 households in Sankhlon Ki Dhani.
What is the literacy rate in Sankhlon Ki Dhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankhlon Ki Dhani is 55.96%. Male literacy is 72.01% and female literacy is 37.77%.