Khuri - Sujangarh, Churu
Khuri is a village situated in the Sujangarh tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sujangarh and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Khuri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khuri is 070821. The village covers a total geographical area of 2758.26 hectares and falls under the 331506 pincode. Sujangarh is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Khuri 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 Khuri
As per Census 2011, Khuri village has a total population of 3,356 people, consisting of 1,719 males and 1,637 females. The village has 612 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 471 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,002 literate and 1,354 illiterate residents. Additionally, 793 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,356 | 1,719 | 1,637 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 471 | 255 | 216 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 793 | 417 | 376 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 2,002 | 1,249 | 753 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,354 | 470 | 884 |
Nearby Villages of Khuri
Khuri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malasi | North-East | 4.74 km |
| Toliyasar | North | 4.78 km |
| Chariya | South-West | 5.21 km |
| Bamaniya | West | 5.51 km |
| Sandan | East | 6.35 km |
| Khariya Kaniram | South-East | 6.61 km |
| Shobhasar | South | 6.97 km |
| Ranwan Ki Dhani | North-West | 7.02 km |
| Rajiyasar Khara | North-West | 7.28 km |
| Ankholyan | West | 7.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khuri
Khuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Parhihara, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Khuri is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Khuri is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khuri 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 Khuri
Where is Khuri located?
Khuri village is located in Sujangarh Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khuri?
Khuri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khuri?
The pincode of Khuri is 331506.
What is the population of Khuri?
Khuri has a total population of 3,356, including 1,719 males and 1,637 females.
How many households are there in Khuri?
There are 612 households in Khuri.
What is the literacy rate in Khuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuri is 59.65%. Male literacy is 72.66% and female literacy is 46.00%.