Khiyera - Lunkaransar, Bikaner
Khiyera is a village situated in the Lunkaransar tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lunkaransar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Khinyera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khiyera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khiyera is 069262. The village covers a total geographical area of 1920 hectares and falls under the 334603 pincode. Bikaner is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Khiyera 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 Khiyera
According to the 2011 Census, Khiyera village had a total population of 2,939 people, including 1,544 males and 1,395 females, living in 483 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.84%, with male literacy at 68.41% and female literacy at 39.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,758.
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 | 2,939 | 1,544 | 1,395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 554 | 284 | 270 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,758 | 942 | 816 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,308 | 862 | 446 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,631 | 682 | 949 |
Nearby Villages of Khiyera
Khiyera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khatiyawas | North-East | 2.42 km |
| Bhadwan | West | 3.39 km |
| Ratanpura @ Bhobiya | North-West | 3.39 km |
| Lalera | North | 3.70 km |
| Sharah Beecharwas | South-East | 3.74 km |
| Sharah Boochawas | East | 4.69 km |
| Sharah Netawas | North-East | 4.83 km |
| Dhirera | South | 5.20 km |
| Sadera | South | 5.51 km |
| Dudi Muklera | South-West | 5.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khiyera
Khiyera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalmera, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.5 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 Khiyera 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 Khiyera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khiyera 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 Khiyera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khiyera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khiyera
Where is Khiyera located?
Khiyera village is located in Lunkaransar Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khiyera?
The Gram Panchayat of Khiyera is Khinyera.
What is the pincode of Khiyera?
The pincode of Khiyera is 334603.
What is the population of Khiyera?
Khiyera had a total population of 2,939, including 1,544 males and 1,395 females.
How many households are there in Khiyera?
Khiyera had 483 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khiyera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khiyera was 54.84%. Male literacy was 68.41% and female literacy was 39.64%.