Khara - Sujangarh, Churu
Khara is a village situated in the Sujangarh tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sujangarh and around 133 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Jeeli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khara is 070764. The village covers a total geographical area of 731 hectares and falls under the 331518 pincode. Sujangarh is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Khara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sujangarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Churu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khara
As per Census 2011, Khara village has a total population of 625 people, consisting of 331 males and 294 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 346 literate and 279 illiterate residents. Additionally, 162 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 625 | 331 | 294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 64 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 80 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 346 | 206 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 125 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Khara
Khara 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 Khara
Khara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Sujangarh to Khara is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Khara is about 133 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khara 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 Khara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khara 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 Khara
Where is Khara located?
Khara village is located in Sujangarh Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khara?
The Gram Panchayat of Khara is Jeeli.
What is the pincode of Khara?
The pincode of Khara is 331518.
What is the population of Khara?
Khara has a total population of 625, including 331 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Khara?
There are 107 households in Khara.
What is the literacy rate in Khara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khara is 55.36%. Male literacy is 62.24% and female literacy is 47.62%.