Ghatoli - Aklera, Jhalawar
Ghatoli is a village situated in the Aklera tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aklera and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Ghatoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghatoli is 104536. The village covers a total geographical area of 1387.58 hectares and falls under the 326039 pincode. Aklera is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ghatoli 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 Ghatoli
According to the 2011 Census, Ghatoli village had a total population of 4,878 people, including 2,495 males and 2,383 females, living in 1,051 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.35%, with male literacy at 76.54% and female literacy at 43.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 783, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 54.
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 | 4,878 | 2,495 | 2,383 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 749 | 381 | 368 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 783 | 400 | 383 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 2,492 | 1,618 | 874 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,386 | 877 | 1,509 |
Nearby Villages of Ghatoli
Ghatoli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gordhanpura Near Koli | North-West | 1.50 km |
| Gordhanpura Near Jheekariya | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Koli | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Kherkhera Near Amrit Kheri | West | 2.47 km |
| Jheekariya | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Durjanpura | North-East | 2.86 km |
| Sarkhandi Kalan | East | 3.13 km |
| Bhanpura | North | 3.17 km |
| Toda | South-West | 3.53 km |
| Kohri Jhar | South-East | 3.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghatoli
Ghatoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chachaura Binaganj, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aklera to Ghatoli is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Ghatoli is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghatoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghatoli 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 Ghatoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghatoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ghatoli
Where is Ghatoli located?
Ghatoli village is located in Aklera Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghatoli?
Ghatoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghatoli?
The pincode of Ghatoli is 326039.
What is the population of Ghatoli?
Ghatoli had a total population of 4,878, including 2,495 males and 2,383 females.
How many households are there in Ghatoli?
Ghatoli had 1,051 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghatoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghatoli was 60.35%. Male literacy was 76.54% and female literacy was 43.37%.