Khari - Lunkaransar, Bikaner
Khari is a village situated in the Lunkaransar tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lunkaransar and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Kujti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khari is 069280. The village covers a total geographical area of 2706.06 hectares and falls under the 334602 pincode. Bikaner is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Khari 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 Khari
As per Census 2011, Khari village has a total population of 2,440 people, consisting of 1,286 males and 1,154 females. The village has 409 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 462 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,098 literate and 1,342 illiterate residents. Additionally, 573 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,440 | 1,286 | 1,154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 462 | 251 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 573 | 296 | 277 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,098 | 727 | 371 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,342 | 559 | 783 |
Nearby Villages of Khari
Khari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dulmera Station | North | 5.01 km |
| Kujati | East | 5.71 km |
| Karnisar Beekan | South-West | 5.91 km |
| Dhirera Station | North-West | 6.13 km |
| Uttamdesar | West | 6.30 km |
| Dulmera Ganva | North | 8.75 km |
| Mehrana | North-West | 9.58 km |
| Bandha | West | 9.62 km |
| Molaniya | South-West | 10.13 km |
| Runia Badabas | South | 10.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khari
Khari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dhirera, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Khari is about 61 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 Khari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khari 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 Khari
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khari
Where is Khari located?
Khari village is located in Lunkaransar Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khari?
The Gram Panchayat of Khari is Kujti.
What is the pincode of Khari?
The pincode of Khari is 334602.
What is the population of Khari?
Khari has a total population of 2,440, including 1,286 males and 1,154 females.
How many households are there in Khari?
There are 409 households in Khari.
What is the literacy rate in Khari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khari is 45.00%. Male literacy is 56.53% and female literacy is 32.15%.