Lar Khera - Pachpahar, Jhalawar
Lar Khera is a village situated in the Pachpahar tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pachpahar and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Awar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lar Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lar Khera is 104962. The village covers a total geographical area of 627.41 hectares and falls under the 326512 pincode. Bhawani Mandi is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Lar 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 Lar Khera
As per Census 2011, Lar Khera village has a total population of 355 people, consisting of 183 males and 172 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 186 literate and 169 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lar Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 355 | 183 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 121 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 62 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Lar Khera
Lar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shekhpura | South | 2.27 km |
| Awar | South-East | 2.82 km |
| Udliya Kheri | North | 2.87 km |
| Semli | West | 2.91 km |
| Pagariya | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Nathoo Kheri | West | 3.53 km |
| Payra | South-West | 3.63 km |
| Khajoori | North-East | 3.65 km |
| Ghata Kheri | North | 3.83 km |
| Nagar | South-East | 4.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lar Khera
Public transport in the Lar Khera is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hanspura, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawani Mandi to Lar Khera is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Lar Khera is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lar Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lar Khera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lar 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 Lar Khera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Lar Khera
Where is Lar Khera located?
Lar Khera village is located in Pachpahar Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lar Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Lar Khera is Awar.
What is the pincode of Lar Khera?
The pincode of Lar Khera is 326512.
What is the population of Lar Khera?
Lar Khera has a total population of 355, including 183 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Lar Khera?
There are 64 households in Lar Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Lar Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lar Khera is 52.39%. Male literacy is 66.12% and female literacy is 37.79%.