Khara Mahechan - Sindhari, Balotra
Khara Mahechan is a village situated in the Sindhari tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 67 km from Gudha Malani and around 78 km from Barmer. Khara Mahechan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khara Mahechan is 087902. The village covers a total geographical area of 2195 hectares and falls under the 344033 pincode. Balotra is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Khara Mahechan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Siwana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khara Mahechan
According to the 2011 Census, Khara Mahechan village had a total population of 2,664 people, including 1,383 males and 1,281 females, living in 447 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.78%, with male literacy at 63.11% and female literacy at 37.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 76.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,664 | 1,383 | 1,281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 541 | 285 | 256 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 39 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,078 | 693 | 385 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,586 | 690 | 896 |
Nearby Villages of Khara Mahechan
Khara Mahechan 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 Khara Mahechan
Khara Mahechan 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 <5 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 Khara Mahechan is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barmer to Khara Mahechan is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khara Mahechan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khara Mahechan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khara Mahechan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khara Mahechan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khara Mahechan
Where is Khara Mahechan located?
Khara Mahechan village is located in Sindhari Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khara Mahechan?
Khara Mahechan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khara Mahechan?
The pincode of Khara Mahechan is 344033.
What is the population of Khara Mahechan?
Khara Mahechan had a total population of 2,664, including 1,383 males and 1,281 females.
How many households are there in Khara Mahechan?
Khara Mahechan had 447 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khara Mahechan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khara Mahechan was 50.78%. Male literacy was 63.11% and female literacy was 37.56%.