Sarkhandi Khurd - Aklera, Jhalawar
Sarkhandi Khurd is a village situated in the Aklera tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aklera and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Deori Chanchal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarkhandi Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarkhandi Khurd is 104533. The village covers a total geographical area of 221.56 hectares and falls under the 326039 pincode. Aklera is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sarkhandi 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 Sarkhandi Khurd
As per Census 2011, Sarkhandi Khurd village has a total population of 266 people, consisting of 139 males and 127 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 84 literate and 182 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarkhandi Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 266 | 139 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 19 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 52 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 52 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 87 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Sarkhandi Khurd
Sarkhandi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patri Khera | South-East | 1.18 km |
| Sarkhandi Kalan | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Kotra Jageer | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Durjanpura | North-West | 2.25 km |
| Mahuwa Khoh | North | 2.40 km |
| Sar Khandiya | South-East | 2.44 km |
| Deori Chanchal | East | 2.57 km |
| Kohri Jhar | South-West | 3.14 km |
| Deori Kalan | North | 3.43 km |
| Manpura Goojran | North-West | 3.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarkhandi Khurd
Sarkhandi Khurd 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 98.6 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aklera to Sarkhandi Khurd is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Sarkhandi Khurd is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarkhandi Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarkhandi 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 Sarkhandi 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 Sarkhandi 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 Sarkhandi Khurd
Where is Sarkhandi Khurd located?
Sarkhandi Khurd village is located in Aklera Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarkhandi Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarkhandi Khurd is Deori Chanchal.
What is the pincode of Sarkhandi Khurd?
The pincode of Sarkhandi Khurd is 326039.
What is the population of Sarkhandi Khurd?
Sarkhandi Khurd has a total population of 266, including 139 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Sarkhandi Khurd?
There are 62 households in Sarkhandi Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Sarkhandi Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarkhandi Khurd is 31.58%. Male literacy is 37.41% and female literacy is 25.20%.