Khatiwas - Rajgarh, Churu
Khatiwas is a village situated in the Rajgarh tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajgarh and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Jaswantpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khatiwas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khatiwas is 070258. The village covers a total geographical area of 312.07 hectares and falls under the 331303 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Khatiwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sadulpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Churu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khatiwas
According to the 2011 Census, Khatiwas village had a total population of 550 people, including 289 males and 261 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.62%, with male literacy at 71.84% and female literacy at 46.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 165.
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 | 550 | 289 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 44 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 81 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 282 | 176 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 268 | 113 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Khatiwas
Khatiwas is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Khatiwas
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khatiwas.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rajgarh to Khatiwas is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Khatiwas is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khatiwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khatiwas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khatiwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khatiwas 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khatiwas
Where is Khatiwas located?
Khatiwas village is located in Rajgarh Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khatiwas?
The Gram Panchayat of Khatiwas is Jaswantpura.
What is the pincode of Khatiwas?
The pincode of Khatiwas is 331303.
What is the population of Khatiwas?
Khatiwas had a total population of 550, including 289 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Khatiwas?
Khatiwas had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khatiwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatiwas was 59.62%. Male literacy was 71.84% and female literacy was 46.49%.