Kharawala - Chohtan, Barmer
Kharawala is a village situated in the Chohtan tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chohtan and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Barmer. Kharawala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharawala is 088816. The village covers a total geographical area of 1523.88 hectares and falls under the 344702 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kharawala 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 Kharawala
As per Census 2011, Kharawala village has a total population of 1,494 people, consisting of 798 males and 696 females. The village has 242 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 251 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 777 literate and 717 illiterate residents. Additionally, 192 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharawala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,494 | 798 | 696 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 133 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 101 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 777 | 479 | 298 |
| Illiterate Population | 717 | 319 | 398 |
Nearby Villages of Kharawala
Kharawala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sauwon Ka Tala | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Nimbala | South-East | 3.04 km |
| Bhaduoy Ka Tala | North | 3.32 km |
| Adarsh Nagar | North-West | 3.87 km |
| Saiyon Ka Tala | West | 3.87 km |
| Chimnasar | East | 3.92 km |
| Azad Nagar | West | 5.09 km |
| Hironion Ka Tala | South-East | 5.10 km |
| Pokrasar | North-East | 5.66 km |
| Dheerasar | North | 5.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kharawala
Kharawala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jasai, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 143.6 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 Kharawala is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharawala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharawala 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kharawala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharawala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kharawala
Where is Kharawala located?
Kharawala village is located in Chohtan Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharawala?
Kharawala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kharawala?
The pincode of Kharawala is 344702.
What is the population of Kharawala?
Kharawala has a total population of 1,494, including 798 males and 696 females.
How many households are there in Kharawala?
There are 242 households in Kharawala.
What is the literacy rate in Kharawala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharawala is 52.01%. Male literacy is 60.03% and female literacy is 42.82%.