Kalyanpura Purohitan - Sardarshahar, Churu
Kalyanpura Purohitan is a village situated in the Sardarshahar tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sardarshahar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Kalyanpura Purohitan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalyanpura Purohitan is 070441. The village covers a total geographical area of 1621.15 hectares and falls under the 331403 pincode. Sardarshahar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kalyanpura Purohitan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kalyanpura Purohitan
As per Census 2011, Kalyanpura Purohitan village has a total population of 1,614 people, consisting of 860 males and 754 females. The village has 255 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 264 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 785 literate and 829 illiterate residents. Additionally, 430 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalyanpura Purohitan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,614 | 860 | 754 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 145 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 430 | 216 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 785 | 504 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 829 | 356 | 473 |
Nearby Villages of Kalyanpura Purohitan
Kalyanpura Purohitan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalyanpura Bidawatan | North-West | 3.18 km |
| Udasar Charnan | North-East | 3.61 km |
| Dulrasar | South-East | 3.69 km |
| Chak Ramsara | North-East | 4.67 km |
| Ramsara Pariharan | North | 4.94 km |
| Degan | South-West | 5.04 km |
| Dhani Degan | South | 5.82 km |
| Mehrasar Chachera | North-East | 6.61 km |
| Sajansar | North | 7.20 km |
| Mangasar | South-East | 7.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalyanpura Purohitan
Kalyanpura Purohitan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Sardarshahr, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sardarshahar to Kalyanpura Purohitan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Kalyanpura Purohitan is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalyanpura Purohitan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalyanpura Purohitan 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 Kalyanpura Purohitan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalyanpura Purohitan 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 Kalyanpura Purohitan
Where is Kalyanpura Purohitan located?
Kalyanpura Purohitan village is located in Sardarshahar Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalyanpura Purohitan?
Kalyanpura Purohitan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kalyanpura Purohitan?
The pincode of Kalyanpura Purohitan is 331403.
What is the population of Kalyanpura Purohitan?
Kalyanpura Purohitan has a total population of 1,614, including 860 males and 754 females.
How many households are there in Kalyanpura Purohitan?
There are 255 households in Kalyanpura Purohitan.
What is the literacy rate in Kalyanpura Purohitan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalyanpura Purohitan is 48.64%. Male literacy is 58.60% and female literacy is 37.27%.