Khetsar (Mangalsar) - Sheo, Barmer
Khetsar (Mangalsar) is a village situated in the Sheo tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sheo and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Barmer. Arang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khetsar (Mangalsar) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khetsar (Mangalsar) is 086861. The village covers a total geographical area of 875.37 hectares and falls under the 344701 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 107 km away.
Khetsar (Mangalsar) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khetsar (Mangalsar)
According to the 2011 Census, Khetsar (Mangalsar) village had a total population of 630 people, including 331 males and 299 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.63%, with male literacy at 49.05% and female literacy at 13.01%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 23.
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 | 630 | 331 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 68 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 129 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 469 | 202 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Khetsar (Mangalsar)
Khetsar (Mangalsar) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nagana | East | 3.00 km |
| Ratkuriya | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Aawarsar | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Pabusar | South | 3.46 km |
| Arang | North | 3.82 km |
| Dholiya | West | 4.40 km |
| Ramdeopura | North-East | 4.47 km |
| Kalyanpura | East | 4.81 km |
| Shivaji Nagar | South-East | 5.25 km |
| Mansar | North-West | 5.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khetsar (Mangalsar)
Khetsar (Mangalsar) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kavas, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.1 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 Khetsar (Mangalsar) is about 107 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khetsar (Mangalsar)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khetsar (Mangalsar) 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 Khetsar (Mangalsar)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khetsar (Mangalsar) 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 Khetsar (Mangalsar)
Where is Khetsar (Mangalsar) located?
Khetsar (Mangalsar) village is located in Sheo Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khetsar (Mangalsar)?
The Gram Panchayat of Khetsar (Mangalsar) is Arang.
What is the pincode of Khetsar (Mangalsar)?
The pincode of Khetsar (Mangalsar) is 344701.
What is the population of Khetsar (Mangalsar)?
Khetsar (Mangalsar) had a total population of 630, including 331 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Khetsar (Mangalsar)?
Khetsar (Mangalsar) had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khetsar (Mangalsar)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khetsar (Mangalsar) was 31.63%. Male literacy was 49.05% and female literacy was 13.01%.