Jakharo Ki Dhani - Chohtan, Barmer
Jakharo Ki Dhani is a village situated in the Chohtan tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chohtan and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Barmer. Ratasar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jakharo Ki Dhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jakharo Ki Dhani is 088736. The village covers a total geographical area of 459 hectares and falls under the 344702 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 81 km away.
Jakharo Ki Dhani 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 Jakharo Ki Dhani
As per Census 2011, Jakharo Ki Dhani village has a total population of 663 people, consisting of 356 males and 307 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 862 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 180 literate and 483 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 61 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jakharo Ki Dhani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 663 | 356 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 75 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 180 | 127 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 483 | 229 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Jakharo Ki Dhani
Jakharo Ki Dhani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khariya Der | West | 2.58 km |
| Nehron Ki Basti | South-East | 2.63 km |
| Ratasarder | East | 2.88 km |
| Ratasar | North-West | 2.96 km |
| Loombasar | North-East | 4.24 km |
| Jandooyon Ka Tala | North | 4.37 km |
| Sevron Ki Basti | South | 5.22 km |
| Poshal | South-West | 5.81 km |
| Jairamderiya | North | 6.13 km |
| Heerpura | North-West | 6.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jakharo Ki Dhani
Jakharo Ki Dhani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ramsar, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 132.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Barmer to Jakharo Ki Dhani is about 81 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jakharo Ki Dhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jakharo Ki Dhani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jakharo Ki Dhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jakharo Ki Dhani 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 Jakharo Ki Dhani
Where is Jakharo Ki Dhani located?
Jakharo Ki Dhani village is located in Chohtan Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jakharo Ki Dhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Jakharo Ki Dhani is Ratasar.
What is the pincode of Jakharo Ki Dhani?
The pincode of Jakharo Ki Dhani is 344702.
What is the population of Jakharo Ki Dhani?
Jakharo Ki Dhani has a total population of 663, including 356 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Jakharo Ki Dhani?
There are 114 households in Jakharo Ki Dhani.
What is the literacy rate in Jakharo Ki Dhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jakharo Ki Dhani is 27.15%. Male literacy is 35.67% and female literacy is 17.26%.