17 Kyd - Khajuwala, Bikaner
17 Kyd is a village situated in the Khajuwala tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuwala and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. 17 Kyd village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of 17 Kyd is 069750. The village covers a total geographical area of 1948 hectares and falls under the 334023 pincode. Bikaner is the nearest town, located about 125 km away.
17 Kyd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajuwala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bikaner Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of 17 Kyd
As per Census 2011, 17 Kyd village has a total population of 3,055 people, consisting of 1,591 males and 1,464 females. The village has 597 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 408 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,721 literate and 1,334 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,238 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for 17 Kyd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,055 | 1,591 | 1,464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 408 | 225 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,238 | 641 | 597 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,721 | 1,046 | 675 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,334 | 545 | 789 |
Nearby Villages of 17 Kyd
17 Kyd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 22 Kyd | West | 3.36 km |
| 12 Kyd | North-East | 3.47 km |
| 14 Bd A | North | 4.53 km |
| 5 Kjd | South | 5.37 km |
| 13 Kyd A | South-East | 6.62 km |
| 24-25 Kyd | South-West | 6.70 km |
| 2 Am | North-East | 7.04 km |
| 8 Kyd A | East | 7.11 km |
| 1 Kjd | South | 7.38 km |
| 20 Bd | West | 7.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of 17 Kyd
Public transport in the 17 Kyd is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Anupgarh, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.3 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 Bikaner to 17 Kyd is about 125 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in 17 Kyd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for 17 Kyd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in 17 Kyd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving 17 Kyd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about 17 Kyd
Where is 17 Kyd located?
17 Kyd village is located in Khajuwala Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of 17 Kyd?
17 Kyd is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of 17 Kyd?
The pincode of 17 Kyd is 334023.
What is the population of 17 Kyd?
17 Kyd has a total population of 3,055, including 1,591 males and 1,464 females.
How many households are there in 17 Kyd?
There are 597 households in 17 Kyd.
What is the literacy rate in 17 Kyd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of 17 Kyd is 56.33%. Male literacy is 65.74% and female literacy is 46.11%.