Kekar
About Kekar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kekar village is 088970. Kekar village is located in Chohtan tehsil of Barmer district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 70km away from sub-district headquarter Chohtan (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Barmer. As per 2009 stats, Kekad is the gram panchayat of Kekar village.
The total geographical area of village is 587.27 hectares. Kekar has a total population of 899 peoples, out of which male population is 477 while female population is 422. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 884 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kekar village is 46.61% out of which 56.18% males and 35.78% females are literate. There are about 150 houses in kekar village. Pincode of kekar village locality is 344704.
When it comes to administration, Kekar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kekar village comes under Chohtan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Barmer Lok Sabha constituency. Barmer is nearest town to kekar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 100km away.
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Population of Kekar
The population details of Kekar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 899 | 477 | 422 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 156 | 86 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 51 | 31 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 419 | 268 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 480 | 209 | 271 |
Connectivity of Kekar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kekar
Where is Kekar located?
Kekar village is situated in Chohtan Tehsil, within the Barmer district of Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kekar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kekar is Kekad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kekar?
The pincode of Kekar is 344704, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kekar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kekar is 899, with 477 males and 422 females.
How many households are there in Kekar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kekar village has a total of 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kekar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kekar is 46.61%. The male literacy rate is 56.18%, while the female literacy rate is 35.78%.