Khunkhuna - Didwana, Didwana-Kuchaman
Khunkhuna is a village situated in the Didwana tehsil of Didwana-Kuchaman district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 18 km from Didwana and around 86 km from Nagaur. Khunkhuna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khunkhuna is 082537. The village covers a total geographical area of 1452.32 hectares and falls under the 341318 pincode. Didwana is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Khunkhuna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deedwana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khunkhuna
As per Census 2011, Khunkhuna village has a total population of 6,796 people, consisting of 3,476 males and 3,320 females. The village has 1,218 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,159 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,782 literate and 3,014 illiterate residents. Additionally, 929 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khunkhuna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,796 | 3,476 | 3,320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,159 | 648 | 511 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 929 | 497 | 432 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,782 | 2,380 | 1,402 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,014 | 1,096 | 1,918 |
Nearby Villages of Khunkhuna
Khunkhuna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Singrawat Khurd | East | 2.59 km |
| Godras | North | 2.98 km |
| Pyawan | North-East | 3.75 km |
| Burod | West | 4.38 km |
| Agoonta | West | 4.84 km |
| Saniya | South | 4.90 km |
| Kharesh | South-East | 5.14 km |
| Nojlan Ki Dhani | North-West | 5.49 km |
| Raisinghpura | North-East | 5.54 km |
| Bandolai Ki Dhani | North | 6.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khunkhuna
Khunkhuna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khunkhuna, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.9 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 Didwana to Khunkhuna is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaur to Khunkhuna is about 86 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 Khunkhuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khunkhuna 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 Khunkhuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khunkhuna 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 Khunkhuna
Where is Khunkhuna located?
Khunkhuna village is located in Didwana Tehsil, Didwana-Kuchaman district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khunkhuna?
Khunkhuna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khunkhuna?
The pincode of Khunkhuna is 341318.
What is the population of Khunkhuna?
Khunkhuna has a total population of 6,796, including 3,476 males and 3,320 females.
How many households are there in Khunkhuna?
There are 1,218 households in Khunkhuna.
What is the literacy rate in Khunkhuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khunkhuna is 55.65%. Male literacy is 68.47% and female literacy is 42.23%.