Khetasar - Phalsoond, Jaisalmer
Khetasar is a village situated in the Phalsoond tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 65 km from Pokaran and around 157 km from Jaisalmer. Dantal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khetasar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khetasar is 086416. The village covers a total geographical area of 716.22 hectares and falls under the 345025 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Khetasar 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 Khetasar
According to the 2011 Census, Khetasar village had a total population of 492 people, including 262 males and 230 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 878 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.92%, with male literacy at 78.57% and female literacy at 56.00%.
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 | 492 | 262 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 66 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 252 | 154 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 108 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Khetasar
Khetasar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Khetasar
Khetasar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Khetasar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pokaran to Khetasar is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Khetasar is about 157 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khetasar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khetasar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khetasar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khetasar 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khetasar
Where is Khetasar located?
Khetasar village is located in Phalsoond Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khetasar?
The Gram Panchayat of Khetasar is Dantal.
What is the pincode of Khetasar?
The pincode of Khetasar is 345025.
What is the population of Khetasar?
Khetasar had a total population of 492, including 262 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Khetasar?
Khetasar had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khetasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khetasar was 67.92%. Male literacy was 78.57% and female literacy was 56.00%.