Dahi Khera - Aklera, Jhalawar
Dahi Khera is a village situated in the Aklera tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aklera and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Gopalpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dahi Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dahi Khera is 104454. The village covers a total geographical area of 336.64 hectares and falls under the 326033 pincode. Aklera is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Dahi Khera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manohar thana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dahi Khera
As per Census 2011, Dahi Khera village has a total population of 941 people, consisting of 483 males and 458 females. The village has 216 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 489 literate and 452 illiterate residents. Additionally, 94 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 710 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dahi Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 941 | 483 | 458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 87 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 46 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 710 | 367 | 343 |
| Literate Population | 489 | 325 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 452 | 158 | 294 |
Nearby Villages of Dahi Khera
Dahi Khera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kachnariya | South | 1.62 km |
| Kanwar Pura | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Chandipur | West | 1.76 km |
| Beenda | East | 1.77 km |
| Phokarda | North | 2.00 km |
| Bardawada | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Gordhanpura@kachnari | South-West | 2.25 km |
| Kajlya | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Deori Kalan | South | 2.71 km |
| Ugena | East | 2.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dahi Khera
Dahi Khera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chhabra Gugor, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aklera to Dahi Khera is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Dahi Khera is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dahi Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dahi Khera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dahi Khera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dahi Khera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dahi Khera
Where is Dahi Khera located?
Dahi Khera village is located in Aklera Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dahi Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Dahi Khera is Gopalpura.
What is the pincode of Dahi Khera?
The pincode of Dahi Khera is 326033.
What is the population of Dahi Khera?
Dahi Khera has a total population of 941, including 483 males and 458 females.
How many households are there in Dahi Khera?
There are 216 households in Dahi Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Dahi Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dahi Khera is 51.97%. Male literacy is 67.29% and female literacy is 35.81%.