Khetolai Budhan - Kolayat, Bikaner
Khetolai Budhan is a village situated in the Kolayat tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kolayat and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Diyatra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khetolai Budhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khetolai Budhan is 069511. The village covers a total geographical area of 926.42 hectares and falls under the 334302 pincode. Bikaner is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Khetolai Budhan 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 Khetolai Budhan
According to the 2011 Census, Khetolai Budhan village had a total population of 24 people, including 13 males and 11 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 846 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 8.70%, with male literacy at 8.33% and female literacy at 9.09%.
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 | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 12 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Khetolai Budhan
Khetolai Budhan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Sethia | North | 2.18 km |
| Khetolai Burj | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Chak Gujarsinghwala | North-West | 4.07 km |
| Jhajhoobas Nathotan | South-East | 4.35 km |
| Chak Mulajman | North | 5.22 km |
| Chak Bandha No.3 | North-West | 6.26 km |
| Khetolai Shimbhoo | South-West | 6.39 km |
| Sharah Ambayat | West | 7.18 km |
| Lohiya | South | 7.32 km |
| Chak Bandha No.1 | North | 7.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khetolai Budhan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khetolai Budhan. The nearest railway station is Kolayat, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bikaner to Khetolai Budhan is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khetolai Budhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khetolai Budhan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khetolai Budhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khetolai Budhan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khetolai Budhan
Where is Khetolai Budhan located?
Khetolai Budhan village is located in Kolayat Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khetolai Budhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Khetolai Budhan is Diyatra.
What is the pincode of Khetolai Budhan?
The pincode of Khetolai Budhan is 334302.
What is the population of Khetolai Budhan?
Khetolai Budhan had a total population of 24, including 13 males and 11 females.
How many households are there in Khetolai Budhan?
Khetolai Budhan had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khetolai Budhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khetolai Budhan was 8.70%. Male literacy was 8.33% and female literacy was 9.09%.