Khariya (Jethwi) - Sam, Jaisalmer
Khariya (Jethwi) is a village situated in the Sam tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 85 km from Jaisalmer and around 85 km from Jaisalmer. Chhatangarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khariya (Jethwi) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khariya (Jethwi) is 086177. The village covers a total geographical area of 14066.01 hectares and falls under the 345034 pincode. Jaisalmer is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Khariya (Jethwi) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisalmer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khariya (Jethwi)
According to the 2011 Census, Khariya (Jethwi) village had a total population of 408 people, including 277 males and 131 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 473 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.40%, with male literacy at 71.23% and female literacy at 32.77%.
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 | 408 | 277 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 65 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 151 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 126 | 92 |
Transport and Connectivity of Khariya (Jethwi)
Public transport in the Khariya (Jethwi) is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaisalmer to Khariya (Jethwi) is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khariya (Jethwi)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khariya (Jethwi) 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 Khariya (Jethwi)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khariya (Jethwi) 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khariya (Jethwi)
Where is Khariya (Jethwi) located?
Khariya (Jethwi) village is located in Sam Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khariya (Jethwi)?
The Gram Panchayat of Khariya (Jethwi) is Chhatangarh.
What is the pincode of Khariya (Jethwi)?
The pincode of Khariya (Jethwi) is 345034.
What is the population of Khariya (Jethwi)?
Khariya (Jethwi) had a total population of 408, including 277 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Khariya (Jethwi)?
Khariya (Jethwi) had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khariya (Jethwi)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khariya (Jethwi) was 57.40%. Male literacy was 71.23% and female literacy was 32.77%.