Khaphrsar - Lunkaransar, Bikaner
Khaphrsar is a village situated in the Lunkaransar tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lunkaransar and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Nakodesar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khaphrsar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaphrsar is 069338. The village covers a total geographical area of 1077 hectares and falls under the 334603 pincode. Dungargarh is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Khaphrsar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lunkaransar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bikaner Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khaphrsar
According to the 2011 Census, Khaphrsar village had a total population of 417 people, including 219 males and 198 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.61%, with male literacy at 78.07% and female literacy at 55.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 417 | 219 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 240 | 146 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 73 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Khaphrsar
Khaphrsar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nathusar | South-West | 3.38 km |
| Kubiya | East | 3.45 km |
| Chandsar | South | 4.75 km |
| Nakodesar | South-East | 5.53 km |
| Bas Karnisar | South-West | 5.90 km |
| Garabdesar | North | 6.47 km |
| Ranwasar | South-West | 7.54 km |
| Somasar | East | 9.47 km |
| Adsar | South-West | 10.03 km |
| Kalu | North-West | 10.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khaphrsar
Khaphrsar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nathwana, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.1 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dungargarh to Khaphrsar is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Khaphrsar is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khaphrsar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaphrsar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khaphrsar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khaphrsar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khaphrsar
Where is Khaphrsar located?
Khaphrsar village is located in Lunkaransar Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khaphrsar?
The Gram Panchayat of Khaphrsar is Nakodesar.
What is the pincode of Khaphrsar?
The pincode of Khaphrsar is 334603.
What is the population of Khaphrsar?
Khaphrsar had a total population of 417, including 219 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Khaphrsar?
Khaphrsar had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khaphrsar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaphrsar was 67.61%. Male literacy was 78.07% and female literacy was 55.95%.