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
According to the 2011 Census, Ghora Khera village had a total population of 719 people, including 360 males and 359 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.66%, with male literacy at 65.55% and female literacy at 37.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 179.
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 | 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 had a total population of 719, including 360 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Ghora Khera?
Ghora Khera had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghora Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghora Khera was 51.66%. Male literacy was 65.55% and female literacy was 37.95%.