Kharan - Chhipabarod, Baran
Kharan is a village situated in the Chhipabarod tehsil of Baran district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhipabarod and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Baran. Bhavpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharan is 103690. The village covers a total geographical area of 608 hectares and falls under the 325221 pincode. Chhabra is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Kharan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kharan
As per Census 2011, Kharan village has a total population of 616 people, consisting of 313 males and 303 females. The village has 144 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 274 literate and 342 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 616 | 313 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 48 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 274 | 205 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 108 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Kharan
Kharan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manpura | South | 2.20 km |
| Daulara | South-West | 2.37 km |
| Takooda Jageer | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Amlawada Kharan | North-West | 2.67 km |
| Bamori (baday) | East | 2.77 km |
| Borda | North | 3.38 km |
| Bheemgarh | West | 3.50 km |
| Baday | North-East | 3.95 km |
| Bhawanipura Jageer@kakoni | South-East | 4.10 km |
| Bhaopura | East | 4.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kharan
Kharan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kesholi, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhabra to Kharan is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baran to Kharan is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kharan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharan 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 Kharan
Where is Kharan located?
Kharan village is located in Chhipabarod Tehsil, Baran district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharan is Bhavpura.
What is the pincode of Kharan?
The pincode of Kharan is 325221.
What is the population of Kharan?
Kharan has a total population of 616, including 313 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Kharan?
There are 144 households in Kharan.
What is the literacy rate in Kharan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharan is 44.48%. Male literacy is 65.50% and female literacy is 22.77%.