Sara Jhoond - Sindhari, Balotra
Sara Jhoond is a village situated in the Sindhari tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 68 km from Gudha Malani and around 68 km from Barmer. Sara Jhoond village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sara Jhoond is 088105. The village covers a total geographical area of 819.51 hectares and falls under the 344033 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Sara Jhoond village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gudhamalani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sara Jhoond
According to the 2011 Census, Sara Jhoond village had a total population of 744 people, including 418 males and 326 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 780 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.40%, with male literacy at 77.31% and female literacy at 39.48%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 103.
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 | 744 | 418 | 326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 83 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 103 | 57 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 366 | 259 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 378 | 159 | 219 |
Nearby Villages of Sara Jhoond
Sara Jhoond 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 Sara Jhoond
Sara Jhoond 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 5-10 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 Barmer to Sara Jhoond is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sara Jhoond
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sara Jhoond 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 Sara Jhoond
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sara Jhoond 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 Sara Jhoond
Where is Sara Jhoond located?
Sara Jhoond village is located in Sindhari Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sara Jhoond?
Sara Jhoond is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sara Jhoond?
The pincode of Sara Jhoond is 344033.
What is the population of Sara Jhoond?
Sara Jhoond had a total population of 744, including 418 males and 326 females.
How many households are there in Sara Jhoond?
Sara Jhoond had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sara Jhoond?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sara Jhoond was 60.40%. Male literacy was 77.31% and female literacy was 39.48%.