Khandar - Pachpahar, Jhalawar
Khandar is a village situated in the Pachpahar tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pachpahar and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Bistuniya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khandar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandar is 104959. The village covers a total geographical area of 340.16 hectares and falls under the 326512 pincode. Bhawani Mandi is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Khandar 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 Khandar
According to the 2011 Census, Khandar village had a total population of 455 people, including 238 males and 217 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.65%, with male literacy at 82.61% and female literacy at 32.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 455 | 238 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 171 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 67 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Khandar
Khandar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Khandar
Khandar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Bhawani Mandi to Khandar is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Khandar is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khandar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khandar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khandar
Where is Khandar located?
Khandar village is located in Pachpahar Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khandar?
The Gram Panchayat of Khandar is Bistuniya.
What is the pincode of Khandar?
The pincode of Khandar is 326512.
What is the population of Khandar?
Khandar had a total population of 455, including 238 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Khandar?
Khandar had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khandar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandar was 58.65%. Male literacy was 82.61% and female literacy was 32.81%.