Khetasar - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Khetasar is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Sankra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khetasar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khetasar is 086327. The village covers a total geographical area of 4623 hectares and falls under the 345026 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 40 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 1,701 people, including 970 males and 731 females, living in 256 households. The sex ratio was 754 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.68%, with male literacy at 78.18% and female literacy at 31.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 190.
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 | 1,701 | 970 | 731 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 168 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 190 | 98 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 822 | 627 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 879 | 343 | 536 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Khetasar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pokaran to Khetasar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Khetasar is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khetasar
Where is Khetasar located?
Khetasar village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khetasar?
The Gram Panchayat of Khetasar is Sankra.
What is the pincode of Khetasar?
The pincode of Khetasar is 345026.
What is the population of Khetasar?
Khetasar had a total population of 1,701, including 970 males and 731 females.
How many households are there in Khetasar?
Khetasar had 256 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khetasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khetasar was 57.68%. Male literacy was 78.18% and female literacy was 31.30%.