Khejarli - Bhaniyana, Jaisalmer

Khejarli is a village situated in the Bhaniyana tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 45 km from Pokaran and around 155 km from Jaisalmer. Kheenwsar-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khejarli village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Khejarli is 086403. The village covers a total geographical area of 2296 hectares and falls under the 345024 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.

Khejarli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pokaran Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Khejarli

According to the 2011 Census, Khejarli village had a total population of 775 people, including 403 males and 372 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 11.13%, with male literacy at 19.62% and female literacy at 1.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 92.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Khejarli

Khejarli 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Khejarli

Khejarli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pokran, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.4 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pokaran to Khejarli is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Khejarli is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Khejarli

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khejarli village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Khejarli

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khejarli village are given below:

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