Mokhunda - Raipur, Bhilwara
Mokhunda is a village situated in the Raipur tehsil of Bhilwara district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raipur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bhilwara. Mokhunda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mokhunda is 095390. The village covers a total geographical area of 841 hectares and falls under the 311805 pincode. Gangapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Mokhunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mokhunda
As per Census 2011, Mokhunda village has a total population of 2,751 people, consisting of 1,347 males and 1,404 females. The village has 525 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 460 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,425 literate and 1,326 illiterate residents. Additionally, 799 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 74 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mokhunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,751 | 1,347 | 1,404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 460 | 243 | 217 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 799 | 401 | 398 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 37 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 1,425 | 856 | 569 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,326 | 491 | 835 |
Nearby Villages of Mokhunda
Mokhunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dantra | North-West | 2.46 km |
| Mandka Khera | West | 2.73 km |
| Singhpura | South-East | 2.75 km |
| Asuna | North | 2.96 km |
| Charot | North-East | 2.98 km |
| Govindpura | East | 3.40 km |
| Naya Khera | South-East | 3.47 km |
| Rali Khera | South-East | 4.14 km |
| Jhadol | South | 4.19 km |
| Kishorpura | North | 4.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mokhunda
Mokhunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lawa Sardargarh, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gangapur to Mokhunda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhilwara to Mokhunda is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mokhunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mokhunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mokhunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mokhunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mokhunda
Where is Mokhunda located?
Mokhunda village is located in Raipur Tehsil, Bhilwara district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mokhunda?
Mokhunda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mokhunda?
The pincode of Mokhunda is 311805.
What is the population of Mokhunda?
Mokhunda has a total population of 2,751, including 1,347 males and 1,404 females.
How many households are there in Mokhunda?
There are 525 households in Mokhunda.
What is the literacy rate in Mokhunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mokhunda is 51.80%. Male literacy is 63.55% and female literacy is 40.53%.