Sulkhaniya Chhota - Rajgarh, Churu
Sulkhaniya Chhota is a village situated in the Rajgarh tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajgarh and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Sulkhaniya Chhota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sulkhaniya Chhota is 070269. The village covers a total geographical area of 805.01 hectares and falls under the 331303 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sulkhaniya Chhota 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 Sulkhaniya Chhota
As per Census 2011, Sulkhaniya Chhota village has a total population of 1,639 people, consisting of 847 males and 792 females. The village has 297 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 214 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,020 literate and 619 illiterate residents. Additionally, 434 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sulkhaniya Chhota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,639 | 847 | 792 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 108 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 434 | 228 | 206 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,020 | 635 | 385 |
| Illiterate Population | 619 | 212 | 407 |
Nearby Villages of Sulkhaniya Chhota
Sulkhaniya Chhota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sulkhaniya Bara | North-West | 1.50 km |
| Naurangpura | South | 1.63 km |
| Janau Meethi | North | 3.62 km |
| Nanda Ka Bas | North-West | 4.12 km |
| Thimau Chhoti | South-East | 4.35 km |
| Budhawas | South | 4.38 km |
| Deengli | East | 5.15 km |
| Thimau Bari | South-East | 5.24 km |
| Tigiyas | South-West | 5.55 km |
| Sankhan Tal | West | 5.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sulkhaniya Chhota
Sulkhaniya Chhota is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Harpalu, while the nearest airport is Bhiwani Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.7 km.
| 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 Sulkhaniya Chhota is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Sulkhaniya Chhota is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sulkhaniya Chhota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sulkhaniya Chhota 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 Sulkhaniya Chhota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sulkhaniya Chhota 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 Sulkhaniya Chhota
Where is Sulkhaniya Chhota located?
Sulkhaniya Chhota village is located in Rajgarh Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sulkhaniya Chhota?
Sulkhaniya Chhota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sulkhaniya Chhota?
The pincode of Sulkhaniya Chhota is 331303.
What is the population of Sulkhaniya Chhota?
Sulkhaniya Chhota has a total population of 1,639, including 847 males and 792 females.
How many households are there in Sulkhaniya Chhota?
There are 297 households in Sulkhaniya Chhota.
What is the literacy rate in Sulkhaniya Chhota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sulkhaniya Chhota is 62.23%. Male literacy is 74.97% and female literacy is 48.61%.