Bar Khera - Gangdhar, Jhalawar
Bar Khera is a village situated in the Gangdhar tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangdhar and around 141 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Sunari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bar Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bar Khera is 105280. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.54 hectares and falls under the 326516 pincode. Bhawani Mandi is the nearest town, located about 91 km away.
Bar 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 Dag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bar Khera
As per Census 2011, Bar Khera village has a total population of 178 people, consisting of 94 males and 84 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 67 literate and 111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bar Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 178 | 94 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 44 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 50 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Bar Khera
Bar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Punwar Kheri | West | 1.10 km |
| Sunari | East | 1.20 km |
| Dhabla | South | 1.84 km |
| Borkheri Anjana | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Loona Kheri | North | 2.07 km |
| Loona Khera | North-East | 2.26 km |
| Akya Parmar | West | 2.43 km |
| Senkala | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Tapli | East | 2.94 km |
| Melki | North-East | 2.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bar Khera
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bar Khera. The nearest railway station is Talavli, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.7 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 Bhawani Mandi to Bar Khera is about 91 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Bar Khera is about 141 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bar Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bar Khera 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 Bar 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 Bar Khera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bar Khera
Where is Bar Khera located?
Bar Khera village is located in Gangdhar Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bar Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Bar Khera is Sunari.
What is the pincode of Bar Khera?
The pincode of Bar Khera is 326516.
What is the population of Bar Khera?
Bar Khera has a total population of 178, including 94 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Bar Khera?
There are 33 households in Bar Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Bar Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bar Khera is 37.64%. Male literacy is 46.81% and female literacy is 27.38%.