Lal Gaon - Sunel, Jhalawar
Lal Gaon is a village situated in the Sunel tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 35 km from Pirawa and around 38 km from Jhalawar. Salotiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lal Gaon is 104982. The village covers a total geographical area of 489.05 hectares and falls under the 326513 pincode. Bhawani Mandi is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Lal Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhalrapatan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lal Gaon
As per Census 2011, Lal Gaon village has a total population of 1,200 people, consisting of 619 males and 581 females. The village has 230 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 663 literate and 537 illiterate residents. Additionally, 595 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 82 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lal Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,200 | 619 | 581 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 88 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 595 | 302 | 293 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 45 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 663 | 452 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 537 | 167 | 370 |
Nearby Villages of Lal Gaon
Lal Gaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhatkhera Khurd | North-West | 1.22 km |
| Rajpura Bujurg | South | 1.38 km |
| Khamni | North | 1.64 km |
| Kalotiya | East | 1.84 km |
| Kalya Kheri | South-West | 2.24 km |
| Bhatkhera Kalan | South-East | 2.49 km |
| Alawa | North-West | 2.80 km |
| Pet Bhar | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Pau Kheri | South | 2.92 km |
| Akodiya | South-West | 3.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lal Gaon
Lal Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhuankheri, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawani Mandi to Lal Gaon is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Lal Gaon is about 38 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 Lal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lal Gaon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lal Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lal Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lal Gaon
Where is Lal Gaon located?
Lal Gaon village is located in Sunel Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Lal Gaon is Salotiya.
What is the pincode of Lal Gaon?
The pincode of Lal Gaon is 326513.
What is the population of Lal Gaon?
Lal Gaon has a total population of 1,200, including 619 males and 581 females.
How many households are there in Lal Gaon?
There are 230 households in Lal Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Lal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lal Gaon is 55.25%. Male literacy is 73.02% and female literacy is 36.32%.