Khod - Pachpahar, Jhalawar
Khod is a village situated in the Pachpahar tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pachpahar and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Shri Chhatrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khod village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khod is 104852. The village covers a total geographical area of 835.92 hectares and falls under the 326501 pincode. Bhawani Mandi is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Khod 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 Khod
As per Census 2011, Khod village has a total population of 1,503 people, consisting of 786 males and 717 females. The village has 277 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 190 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 778 literate and 725 illiterate residents. Additionally, 397 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 89 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khod are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,503 | 786 | 717 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 100 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 397 | 215 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 48 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 778 | 550 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 725 | 236 | 489 |
Nearby Villages of Khod
Khod 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalyan Pura | South-West | 3.40 km |
| Padarli Turkan | North-East | 4.57 km |
| Sedariya | East | 4.58 km |
| Jaitpura | West | 5.01 km |
| Gura Sonigara | North-West | 5.22 km |
| Changwa | South-West | 5.55 km |
| Gura Durgadas | South-West | 5.59 km |
| Thakurla | North | 5.67 km |
| Gura Bichchhu | North | 6.10 km |
| Tewali Khurd | North-East | 6.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khod
Khod is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jawali, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.6 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawani Mandi to Khod is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Khod is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khod village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khod village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khod
Where is Khod located?
Khod village is located in Pachpahar Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khod?
The Gram Panchayat of Khod is Shri Chhatrapur.
What is the pincode of Khod?
The pincode of Khod is 326501.
What is the population of Khod?
Khod has a total population of 1,503, including 786 males and 717 females.
How many households are there in Khod?
There are 277 households in Khod.
What is the literacy rate in Khod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khod is 51.76%. Male literacy is 69.97% and female literacy is 31.80%.