Khantwara - Garhi, Banswara
Khantwara is a village situated in the Garhi tehsil of Banswara district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Banswara. Chupasag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khantwara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khantwara is 098734. The village covers a total geographical area of 286.42 hectares and falls under the 327022 pincode. Banswara is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Khantwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khantwara
As per Census 2011, Khantwara village has a total population of 1,504 people, consisting of 754 males and 750 females. The village has 274 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 280 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 745 literate and 759 illiterate residents. Additionally, 225 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,031 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khantwara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,504 | 754 | 750 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 125 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 225 | 125 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,031 | 507 | 524 |
| Literate Population | 745 | 493 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 759 | 261 | 498 |
Nearby Villages of Khantwara
Khantwara 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 Khantwara
Public transport in the Khantwara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banswara to Khantwara is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khantwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khantwara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khantwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khantwara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khantwara
Where is Khantwara located?
Khantwara village is located in Garhi Tehsil, Banswara district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khantwara?
The Gram Panchayat of Khantwara is Chupasag.
What is the pincode of Khantwara?
The pincode of Khantwara is 327022.
What is the population of Khantwara?
Khantwara has a total population of 1,504, including 754 males and 750 females.
How many households are there in Khantwara?
There are 274 households in Khantwara.
What is the literacy rate in Khantwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khantwara is 49.53%. Male literacy is 65.38% and female literacy is 33.60%.