Khari Charnan - Kolayat, Bikaner
Khari Charnan is a village situated in the Kolayat tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kolayat and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Khari Charnan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khari Charnan is 069398. The village covers a total geographical area of 5366 hectares and falls under the 334024 pincode. Bikaner is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Khari Charnan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kolayat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bikaner Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khari Charnan
As per Census 2011, Khari Charnan village has a total population of 5,413 people, consisting of 2,816 males and 2,597 females. The village has 796 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,076 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,359 literate and 3,054 illiterate residents. Additionally, 862 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khari Charnan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,413 | 2,816 | 2,597 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,076 | 527 | 549 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 862 | 493 | 369 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,359 | 1,488 | 871 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,054 | 1,328 | 1,726 |
Nearby Villages of Khari Charnan
Khari Charnan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sharah Borla | North-East | 4.68 km |
| Chak No. 5 | South-West | 5.00 km |
| Sharah Jodki | West | 5.21 km |
| Rekh Ranasar | South-East | 5.24 km |
| Chak No. 8 | South | 5.91 km |
| Gangapura | South | 5.97 km |
| Chak No. 7 | South-West | 6.11 km |
| Chak No. 1 | South-West | 6.90 km |
| Chak No. 6 | West | 7.17 km |
| Sharah Kishnayat | South-East | 7.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khari Charnan
Public transport in the Khari Charnan is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gajner, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.8 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 Bikaner to Khari Charnan is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khari Charnan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khari Charnan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khari Charnan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khari Charnan 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khari Charnan
Where is Khari Charnan located?
Khari Charnan village is located in Kolayat Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khari Charnan?
Khari Charnan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khari Charnan?
The pincode of Khari Charnan is 334024.
What is the population of Khari Charnan?
Khari Charnan has a total population of 5,413, including 2,816 males and 2,597 females.
How many households are there in Khari Charnan?
There are 796 households in Khari Charnan.
What is the literacy rate in Khari Charnan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khari Charnan is 43.58%. Male literacy is 52.84% and female literacy is 33.54%.