Karma Kheri - Gangdhar, Jhalawar
Karma Kheri is a village situated in the Gangdhar tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangdhar and around 149 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Unhel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karma Kheri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karma Kheri is 105292. The village covers a total geographical area of 208.51 hectares and falls under the 326516 pincode. Bhawani Mandi is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Karma Kheri 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 Karma Kheri
According to the 2011 Census, Karma Kheri village had a total population of 289 people, including 153 males and 136 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.37%, with male literacy at 55.80% and female literacy at 27.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
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 | 289 | 153 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 15 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 25 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 77 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 76 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Karma Kheri
Karma Kheri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thuriya | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Kher Khera | East | 2.37 km |
| Raipuriya | North-East | 2.57 km |
| Unhel | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Chand Kheri | North-East | 3.93 km |
| Salariya | East | 4.16 km |
| Akya (alot) | South-West | 4.24 km |
| Arwalya Bhama | West | 4.33 km |
| Kandiya | West | 4.35 km |
| Nisal Kheri | North-West | 4.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karma Kheri
Karma Kheri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Thuria, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bhawani Mandi to Karma Kheri is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Karma Kheri is about 149 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karma Kheri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karma Kheri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karma Kheri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karma Kheri 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karma Kheri
Where is Karma Kheri located?
Karma Kheri village is located in Gangdhar Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karma Kheri?
The Gram Panchayat of Karma Kheri is Unhel.
What is the pincode of Karma Kheri?
The pincode of Karma Kheri is 326516.
What is the population of Karma Kheri?
Karma Kheri had a total population of 289, including 153 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Karma Kheri?
Karma Kheri had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karma Kheri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karma Kheri was 43.37%. Male literacy was 55.80% and female literacy was 27.93%.