Koonjran - Manohar Thana, Jhalawar
Koonjran is a village situated in the Manohar Thana tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manohar Thana and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Sareri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koonjran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koonjran is 104691. The village covers a total geographical area of 287.5 hectares and falls under the 326033 pincode. Aklera is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Koonjran 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 Koonjran
According to the 2011 Census, Koonjran village had a total population of 450 people, including 232 males and 218 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.81%, with male literacy at 48.96% and female literacy at 22.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41.
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 | 450 | 232 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 40 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 94 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 315 | 138 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Koonjran
Koonjran 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khuri | North | 1.40 km |
| Goriya Khera | West | 1.50 km |
| Udpurya | North-East | 1.94 km |
| Goriya | East | 2.11 km |
| Koonjari | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Parthipura | East | 2.22 km |
| Sareri | North-West | 2.46 km |
| Kamkhera | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Chureliya | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Khejra | West | 2.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Koonjran
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Koonjran. The nearest railway station is Chachaura Binaganj, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aklera to Koonjran is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Koonjran is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koonjran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koonjran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Koonjran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koonjran 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Koonjran
Where is Koonjran located?
Koonjran village is located in Manohar Thana Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koonjran?
The Gram Panchayat of Koonjran is Sareri.
What is the pincode of Koonjran?
The pincode of Koonjran is 326033.
What is the population of Koonjran?
Koonjran had a total population of 450, including 232 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Koonjran?
Koonjran had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koonjran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koonjran was 35.81%. Male literacy was 48.96% and female literacy was 22.16%.