Kumbhawas - Shahpura, Jaipur
Kumbhawas is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Jaipur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Jaipur. Surana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kumbhawas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kumbhawas is 079328. The village covers a total geographical area of 854 hectares and falls under the 303120 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kumbhawas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Viratnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaipur Rural Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kumbhawas
As per Census 2011, Kumbhawas village has a total population of 1,983 people, consisting of 1,041 males and 942 females. The village has 317 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 419 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 897 literate and 1,086 illiterate residents. Additionally, 240 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 72 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kumbhawas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,983 | 1,041 | 942 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 419 | 233 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 121 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 897 | 602 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,086 | 439 | 647 |
Nearby Villages of Kumbhawas
Kumbhawas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Surana | South | 2.60 km |
| Shakatpura | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Udawala | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Lakhni | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Nithara | West | 3.29 km |
| Let Ka Bas | North-West | 3.62 km |
| Kant | North | 3.73 km |
| Kalyanpura | South-West | 4.09 km |
| Badodiya | North-East | 4.15 km |
| Khora Lardhani | South | 4.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kumbhawas
Kumbhawas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chomun Samod, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahpura to Kumbhawas is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaipur to Kumbhawas is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kumbhawas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kumbhawas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kumbhawas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kumbhawas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kumbhawas
Where is Kumbhawas located?
Kumbhawas village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Jaipur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kumbhawas?
The Gram Panchayat of Kumbhawas is Surana.
What is the pincode of Kumbhawas?
The pincode of Kumbhawas is 303120.
What is the population of Kumbhawas?
Kumbhawas has a total population of 1,983, including 1,041 males and 942 females.
How many households are there in Kumbhawas?
There are 317 households in Kumbhawas.
What is the literacy rate in Kumbhawas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kumbhawas is 45.23%. Male literacy is 57.83% and female literacy is 31.32%.