Moonj Khera - Aklera, Jhalawar
Moonj Khera is a village situated in the Aklera tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aklera and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Deori Chanchal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Moonj Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moonj Khera is 104575. The village covers a total geographical area of 234.28 hectares and falls under the 326039 pincode. Aklera is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Moonj 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 Moonj Khera
According to the 2011 Census, Moonj Khera village had a total population of 582 people, including 296 males and 286 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.17%, with male literacy at 41.31% and female literacy at 17.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 75.
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 | 582 | 296 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 83 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 38 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 88 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 456 | 208 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Moonj Khera
Moonj 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deo Khoh | South-East | 1.07 km |
| Deori Chanchal | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Deori Deo | South | 2.25 km |
| Sar Khandiya | South-West | 2.41 km |
| Pirthipura Near Chureliya | East | 2.53 km |
| Talaipura @ Pirthipura | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Patri Khera | West | 2.84 km |
| Ugarpura | North | 2.90 km |
| Chak Baldeopura | South-East | 3.48 km |
| Jamunya | South-West | 3.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Moonj Khera
Moonj Khera 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 101.0 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aklera to Moonj Khera is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Moonj Khera is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moonj Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moonj Khera 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 Moonj 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 Moonj Khera 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 Moonj Khera
Where is Moonj Khera located?
Moonj Khera village is located in Aklera Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moonj Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Moonj Khera is Deori Chanchal.
What is the pincode of Moonj Khera?
The pincode of Moonj Khera is 326039.
What is the population of Moonj Khera?
Moonj Khera had a total population of 582, including 296 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Moonj Khera?
Moonj Khera had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Moonj Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moonj Khera was 29.17%. Male literacy was 41.31% and female literacy was 17.35%.