Khara - Nokha, Bikaner
Khara is a village situated in the Nokha tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nokha and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Kudsu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khara is 069666. The village covers a total geographical area of 1590 hectares and falls under the 334803 pincode. Nokha is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khara
According to the 2011 Census, Khara village had a total population of 684 people, including 353 males and 331 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.28%, with male literacy at 93.95% and female literacy at 71.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 92.
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 | 684 | 353 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 39 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 47 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 503 | 295 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 58 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Khara
Khara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shekhasar | South-East | 3.95 km |
| Hansasar | South-West | 4.99 km |
| Kudsu | North-West | 5.39 km |
| Kawlisar | East | 6.12 km |
| Ram Nagar | West | 6.35 km |
| Rora | North-East | 6.63 km |
| Govind Nagar | North | 7.13 km |
| Bhyanoo | South-East | 7.79 km |
| Udasar | North-West | 9.10 km |
| Hiyadesar | North | 10.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khara
Khara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nokha, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nokha to Khara is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Khara is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khara 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khara
Where is Khara located?
Khara village is located in Nokha Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khara?
The Gram Panchayat of Khara is Kudsu.
What is the pincode of Khara?
The pincode of Khara is 334803.
What is the population of Khara?
Khara had a total population of 684, including 353 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Khara?
Khara had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khara was 83.28%. Male literacy was 93.95% and female literacy was 71.72%.