Ghora Khera - Manohar Thana, Jhalawar
Ghora Khera is a village situated in the Manohar Thana tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manohar Thana and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Ranwasya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghora Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghora Khera is 104806. The village covers a total geographical area of 736.28 hectares and falls under the 326037 pincode. Aklera is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Ghora 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 Ghora Khera
As per Census 2011, Ghora Khera village has a total population of 719 people, consisting of 360 males and 359 females. The village has 157 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 311 literate and 408 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 179 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghora Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 719 | 360 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 61 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 87 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 311 | 196 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 408 | 164 | 244 |
Nearby Villages of Ghora Khera
Ghora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Salya Khera | West | 1.43 km |
| Ranwasya | South-West | 2.24 km |
| Naipura Khurd | East | 2.45 km |
| Kanwa | South | 2.54 km |
| Balbatpura | North-West | 2.58 km |
| Gordhanpura | West | 2.87 km |
| Sagodya | East | 3.41 km |
| Ratanpurya | North-West | 4.13 km |
| Maharajpura | South-East | 4.26 km |
| Kundi Beh | South-West | 4.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghora Khera
Ghora 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 Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.6 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 Ghora Khera is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Ghora Khera is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghora Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghora Khera 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 Ghora 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 Ghora Khera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Ghora Khera
Where is Ghora Khera located?
Ghora Khera village is located in Manohar Thana Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghora Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghora Khera is Ranwasya.
What is the pincode of Ghora Khera?
The pincode of Ghora Khera is 326037.
What is the population of Ghora Khera?
Ghora Khera has a total population of 719, including 360 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Ghora Khera?
There are 157 households in Ghora Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Ghora Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghora Khera is 43.25%. Male literacy is 54.44% and female literacy is 32.03%.