Khanora - Patodi, Balotra
Khanora is a village situated in the Patodi tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 50 km from Pachpadra and around 150 km from Barmer. Khanora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanora is 087368. The village covers a total geographical area of 2193.2 hectares and falls under the 344032 pincode. Balotra is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Khanora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baytoo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanora
As per Census 2011, Khanora village has a total population of 2,214 people, consisting of 1,148 males and 1,066 females. The village has 393 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 416 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 831 literate and 1,383 illiterate residents. Additionally, 655 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 125 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khanora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,214 | 1,148 | 1,066 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 416 | 212 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 655 | 340 | 315 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 65 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 831 | 556 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,383 | 592 | 791 |
Nearby Villages of Khanora
Khanora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamatnagar | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Sathuni Charnan | South-East | 3.69 km |
| Barnawa Charnan | North-West | 4.37 km |
| Khardi | South | 4.58 km |
| Sathuni Purohitan | East | 5.29 km |
| Mekaniyon Ki Dhani | South-West | 5.31 km |
| Maulasar | North | 5.56 km |
| Gangapura | North-West | 5.92 km |
| Madpura | North-East | 6.80 km |
| Kelankot | South-East | 7.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khanora
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khanora. The nearest railway station is Khed Temple Halt, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Khanora is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barmer to Khanora is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanora 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 Khanora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khanora
Where is Khanora located?
Khanora village is located in Patodi Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanora?
Khanora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khanora?
The pincode of Khanora is 344032.
What is the population of Khanora?
Khanora has a total population of 2,214, including 1,148 males and 1,066 females.
How many households are there in Khanora?
There are 393 households in Khanora.
What is the literacy rate in Khanora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanora is 37.53%. Male literacy is 48.43% and female literacy is 25.80%.