Khata - Raisinghnagar, Ganganagar
Khata is a village situated in the Raisinghnagar tehsil of Ganganagar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raisinghnagar and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Ganganagar. Khatan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khata is 065193. The village covers a total geographical area of 1044.45 hectares and falls under the 335021 pincode. Raisinghnagar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Khata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khata
According to the 2011 Census, Khata village had a total population of 648 people, including 344 males and 304 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.61%, with male literacy at 82.11% and female literacy at 49.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 237.
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 | 648 | 344 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 123 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 393 | 257 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 87 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Khata
Khata 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 35 Ps | South | 2.12 km |
| 37 Ps | South-West | 2.77 km |
| 33 Ps | South-East | 3.14 km |
| 36 Ps | South | 3.93 km |
| 38 Ps | South-West | 4.32 km |
| Lakha Tiba | North-East | 4.48 km |
| 31 Ps | South-East | 4.49 km |
| 30 Ps-b | East | 5.36 km |
| 34 Ps | South | 5.39 km |
| 29 Rb | North | 5.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khata
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khata. The nearest railway station is Rai Singh Nagar, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 138.4 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 Raisinghnagar to Khata is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ganganagar to Khata 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 Khata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khata 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 Khata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khata 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 Khata
Where is Khata located?
Khata village is located in Raisinghnagar Tehsil, Ganganagar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khata?
The Gram Panchayat of Khata is Khatan.
What is the pincode of Khata?
The pincode of Khata is 335021.
What is the population of Khata?
Khata had a total population of 648, including 344 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Khata?
Khata had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khata was 66.61%. Male literacy was 82.11% and female literacy was 49.10%.