Kethooda - Nainwa, Bundi
Kethooda is a village situated in the Nainwa tehsil of Bundi district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nainwa and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Bundi. Kethooda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kethooda is 093954. The village covers a total geographical area of 867.89 hectares and falls under the 323616 pincode. Indragarh is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Kethooda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Keshoraipatan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kota Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kethooda
As per Census 2011, Kethooda village has a total population of 1,406 people, consisting of 745 males and 661 females. The village has 257 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 192 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 620 literate and 786 illiterate residents. Additionally, 852 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kethooda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,406 | 745 | 661 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 108 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 852 | 455 | 397 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 620 | 442 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 786 | 303 | 483 |
Nearby Villages of Kethooda
Kethooda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kankariya | South | 1.94 km |
| Mani | East | 2.66 km |
| Kushalipura | North-East | 2.85 km |
| Sagatpura | West | 2.92 km |
| Soonsa | North | 3.34 km |
| Kalmiya | South-West | 3.40 km |
| Kashipura | North-East | 4.39 km |
| Kumhariya | East | 4.55 km |
| Hanotiya | North-East | 4.57 km |
| Shreepura | North | 4.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kethooda
Kethooda 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 Indargarh, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Indragarh to Kethooda is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bundi to Kethooda is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kethooda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kethooda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kethooda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kethooda 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 Kethooda
Where is Kethooda located?
Kethooda village is located in Nainwa Tehsil, Bundi district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kethooda?
Kethooda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kethooda?
The pincode of Kethooda is 323616.
What is the population of Kethooda?
Kethooda has a total population of 1,406, including 745 males and 661 females.
How many households are there in Kethooda?
There are 257 households in Kethooda.
What is the literacy rate in Kethooda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kethooda is 44.10%. Male literacy is 59.33% and female literacy is 26.93%.