Khaliya - Sujangarh, Churu
Khaliya is a village situated in the Sujangarh tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sujangarh and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Abasar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khaliya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaliya is 070782. The village covers a total geographical area of 851.44 hectares and falls under the 331505 pincode. Chhapar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Khaliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ratangarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Churu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khaliya
According to the 2011 Census, Khaliya village had a total population of 1,375 people, including 715 males and 660 females, living in 231 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.49%, with male literacy at 78.67% and female literacy at 52.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 779, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 1,375 | 715 | 660 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 129 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 779 | 406 | 373 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 763 | 461 | 302 |
| Illiterate Population | 612 | 254 | 358 |
Nearby Villages of Khaliya
Khaliya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chuhas | South-West | 2.19 km |
| Neemri Bidawatan | South | 2.19 km |
| Neemri Charnan | West | 2.62 km |
| Bidas | North-West | 2.90 km |
| Bhanisar Harawatan | East | 3.41 km |
| Bhanisar Tejsinghotan | East | 3.48 km |
| Lona | South-East | 3.65 km |
| Rajpura | South-West | 3.83 km |
| Abasar | North | 3.87 km |
| Chak Kalia | South | 4.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khaliya
Public transport in the Khaliya is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Talchhapar, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Chhapar to Khaliya is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Khaliya is about 92 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 Khaliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaliya 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 Khaliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khaliya 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 Khaliya
Where is Khaliya located?
Khaliya village is located in Sujangarh Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khaliya?
The Gram Panchayat of Khaliya is Abasar.
What is the pincode of Khaliya?
The pincode of Khaliya is 331505.
What is the population of Khaliya?
Khaliya had a total population of 1,375, including 715 males and 660 females.
How many households are there in Khaliya?
Khaliya had 231 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaliya was 65.49%. Male literacy was 78.67% and female literacy was 52.16%.