Kenwachi Khurd - Aklera, Jhalawar
Kenwachi Khurd is a village situated in the Aklera tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aklera and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Kharpa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kenwachi Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kenwachi Khurd is 104397. The village covers a total geographical area of 475.47 hectares and falls under the 326033 pincode. Aklera is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Kenwachi Khurd 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 Khurd
As per Census 2011, Kenwachi Khurd village has a total population of 843 people, consisting of 442 males and 401 females. The village has 179 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 359 literate and 484 illiterate residents. Additionally, 179 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 368 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kenwachi Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 843 | 442 | 401 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 70 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 95 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 368 | 199 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 359 | 231 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 484 | 211 | 273 |
Nearby Villages of Kenwachi Khurd
Kenwachi Khurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deopura | South-West | 1.32 km |
| Mangta | East | 1.64 km |
| Kenwachi Kalan | North-East | 2.28 km |
| Aklera | South | 2.32 km |
| Tharaul | South-West | 2.42 km |
| Reenchhwa | West | 2.60 km |
| Luhariya | East | 2.80 km |
| Moreli | North | 2.88 km |
| Ganesh Ganj | North-East | 2.95 km |
| Kotra Dayal | North-West | 3.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kenwachi Khurd
Kenwachi Khurd 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 89.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aklera to Kenwachi Khurd is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Kenwachi Khurd is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kenwachi Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kenwachi Khurd 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 Kenwachi Khurd
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 Khurd 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kenwachi Khurd
Where is Kenwachi Khurd located?
Kenwachi Khurd village is located in Aklera Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kenwachi Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Kenwachi Khurd is Kharpa.
What is the pincode of Kenwachi Khurd?
The pincode of Kenwachi Khurd is 326033.
What is the population of Kenwachi Khurd?
Kenwachi Khurd has a total population of 843, including 442 males and 401 females.
How many households are there in Kenwachi Khurd?
There are 179 households in Kenwachi Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Kenwachi Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kenwachi Khurd is 42.59%. Male literacy is 52.26% and female literacy is 31.92%.