Kenwachi Kalan - Aklera, Jhalawar
Kenwachi Kalan is a village situated in the Aklera tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aklera and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Tharaul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kenwachi Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kenwachi Kalan is 104392. The village covers a total geographical area of 301.87 hectares and falls under the 326033 pincode. Aklera is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Kenwachi Kalan 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 Kenwachi Kalan
As per Census 2011, Kenwachi Kalan village has a total population of 451 people, consisting of 242 males and 209 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 863 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 223 literate and 228 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 319 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kenwachi Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 451 | 242 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 40 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 319 | 170 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 146 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 96 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Kenwachi Kalan
Kenwachi Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ganesh Ganj | East | 1.21 km |
| Patan Khema | North | 1.60 km |
| Moreli | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Mangta | South | 1.72 km |
| Kenwachi Khurd | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Lambawar | East | 2.72 km |
| Bhawanipura Jageer@kakoni | North | 3.06 km |
| Luhariya | South-East | 3.15 km |
| Kotra Dayal | West | 3.48 km |
| Deopura | South-West | 3.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kenwachi Kalan
Kenwachi Kalan 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 88.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kenwachi Kalan is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Kenwachi Kalan is about 61 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 Kenwachi Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kenwachi Kalan 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 Kenwachi Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kenwachi Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kenwachi Kalan
Where is Kenwachi Kalan located?
Kenwachi Kalan village is located in Aklera Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kenwachi Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kenwachi Kalan is Tharaul.
What is the pincode of Kenwachi Kalan?
The pincode of Kenwachi Kalan is 326033.
What is the population of Kenwachi Kalan?
Kenwachi Kalan has a total population of 451, including 242 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Kenwachi Kalan?
There are 88 households in Kenwachi Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Kenwachi Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kenwachi Kalan is 49.45%. Male literacy is 60.33% and female literacy is 36.84%.