Netrar - Chohtan, Barmer
Netrar is a village situated in the Chohtan tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chohtan and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Barmer. Netrad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Netrar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Netrar is 088703. The village covers a total geographical area of 1092.51 hectares and falls under the 344702 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Netrar 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 Netrar
According to the 2011 Census, Netrar village had a total population of 1,512 people, including 772 males and 740 females, living in 267 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.82%, with male literacy at 71.69% and female literacy at 36.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 107, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 590.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,512 | 772 | 740 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 330 | 161 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 56 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 590 | 313 | 277 |
| Literate Population | 648 | 438 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 864 | 334 | 530 |
Nearby Villages of Netrar
Netrar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dudhadiyon Ka Tala | North | 2.51 km |
| Bhaduoy Ka Tala | South | 2.92 km |
| Gorsiyon Ka Tala | West | 3.47 km |
| Dheerasar | East | 3.78 km |
| Adarsh Nagar | South | 3.81 km |
| Khairaj Ka Tala | South-West | 4.45 km |
| Antiya | North-West | 4.89 km |
| Jaton Ki Basti | North-East | 5.04 km |
| Joona Lakhwara | North | 5.33 km |
| Pokrasar | East | 6.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Netrar
Netrar 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 138.6 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 Netrar is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Netrar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Netrar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Netrar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Netrar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Netrar
Where is Netrar located?
Netrar village is located in Chohtan Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Netrar?
The Gram Panchayat of Netrar is Netrad.
What is the pincode of Netrar?
The pincode of Netrar is 344702.
What is the population of Netrar?
Netrar had a total population of 1,512, including 772 males and 740 females.
How many households are there in Netrar?
Netrar had 267 households.
What is the literacy rate in Netrar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Netrar was 54.82%. Male literacy was 71.69% and female literacy was 36.78%.