Narayan Khera - Pachpahar, Jhalawar
Narayan Khera is a village situated in the Pachpahar tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pachpahar and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Narayan Khera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narayan Khera is 104892. The village covers a total geographical area of 978 hectares and falls under the 326502 pincode. Bhawani Mandi is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Narayan 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 Narayan Khera
As per Census 2011, Narayan Khera village has a total population of 2,722 people, consisting of 1,417 males and 1,305 females. The village has 507 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 431 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,304 literate and 1,418 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,214 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narayan Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,722 | 1,417 | 1,305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 431 | 237 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,214 | 628 | 586 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 1,304 | 918 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,418 | 499 | 919 |
Nearby Villages of Narayan Khera
Narayan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paliya Kheri | South-West | 1.97 km |
| Govindkheda | East | 2.51 km |
| Rehtadi | West | 2.54 km |
| Guradiya Bharta | South | 2.61 km |
| Kherkhedi | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Panga | North | 2.87 km |
| Raikheda | North-East | 2.92 km |
| Nipaniya Uda | South-East | 3.63 km |
| Harnawada | North-West | 3.71 km |
| Satalkhedi | West | 3.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narayan Khera
Narayan Khera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bhawani Mandi, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.3 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawani Mandi to Narayan Khera is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Narayan Khera is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narayan Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narayan Khera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Narayan 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 Narayan Khera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Narayan Khera
Where is Narayan Khera located?
Narayan Khera village is located in Pachpahar Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narayan Khera?
Narayan Khera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Narayan Khera?
The pincode of Narayan Khera is 326502.
What is the population of Narayan Khera?
Narayan Khera has a total population of 2,722, including 1,417 males and 1,305 females.
How many households are there in Narayan Khera?
There are 507 households in Narayan Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Narayan Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narayan Khera is 47.91%. Male literacy is 64.78% and female literacy is 29.58%.