Bawri Kalan - Chohtan, Barmer
Bawri Kalan is a village situated in the Chohtan tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chohtan and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Barmer. Baori Kallan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bawri Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bawri Kalan is 088796. The village covers a total geographical area of 3760.28 hectares and falls under the 344702 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Bawri Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chohtan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bawri Kalan
As per Census 2011, Bawri Kalan village has a total population of 3,336 people, consisting of 1,848 males and 1,488 females. The village has 685 households and a sex ratio of 805 females per 1,000 males. There are 665 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,255 literate and 2,081 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,369 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 500 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bawri Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,336 | 1,848 | 1,488 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 665 | 356 | 309 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,369 | 735 | 634 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 500 | 273 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 1,255 | 907 | 348 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,081 | 941 | 1,140 |
Nearby Villages of Bawri Kalan
Bawri Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rodiyon Ka Tala | South-West | 3.57 km |
| Ibre Ka Tala | South-East | 4.63 km |
| Prem Singh Ki Dhani | North-West | 5.01 km |
| Ali Ki Dhani | West | 5.11 km |
| Bhara Gulmohmmad | South-West | 5.63 km |
| Hazi Ka Tala | North-East | 5.66 km |
| Dedoosar | North-West | 7.11 km |
| Meethe Ka Tala | South | 7.23 km |
| Mate Ka Tala | North | 7.86 km |
| Soorpura | East | 9.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bawri Kalan
Bawri Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ramsar, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 144.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bawri Kalan is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bawri Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bawri Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bawri Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bawri Kalan 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bawri Kalan
Where is Bawri Kalan located?
Bawri Kalan village is located in Chohtan Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bawri Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bawri Kalan is Baori Kallan.
What is the pincode of Bawri Kalan?
The pincode of Bawri Kalan is 344702.
What is the population of Bawri Kalan?
Bawri Kalan has a total population of 3,336, including 1,848 males and 1,488 females.
How many households are there in Bawri Kalan?
There are 685 households in Bawri Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Bawri Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bawri Kalan is 37.62%. Male literacy is 49.08% and female literacy is 23.39%.