Khudana - Chirawa, Jhunjhunu
Khudana is a village situated in the Chirawa tehsil of Jhunjhunu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 12 km from Chirawa and around 18 km from Jhunjhunun. Khudana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khudana is 071191. The village covers a total geographical area of 814 hectares and falls under the 333025 pincode. Baggar is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Khudana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pilani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhunjhunu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khudana
As per Census 2011, Khudana village has a total population of 3,040 people, consisting of 1,528 males and 1,512 females. The village has 578 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 368 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,958 literate and 1,082 illiterate residents. Additionally, 451 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 62 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khudana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,040 | 1,528 | 1,512 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 368 | 194 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 451 | 227 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 1,958 | 1,155 | 803 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,082 | 373 | 709 |
Nearby Villages of Khudana
Khudana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shri Vijaypura | East | 1.67 km |
| Kanwarpura | East | 2.68 km |
| Bakhtawarpura | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Baggar | West | 3.04 km |
| Keharpura Khurd | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Bhamarwasi | South-East | 3.16 km |
| Brijlalpura | East | 3.88 km |
| Ratan Shahar | South | 4.17 km |
| Kayasthpura | West | 4.61 km |
| Makhar | South | 4.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khudana
Khudana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ratan Shahr, while the nearest airport is Bhiwani Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Baggar to Khudana is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhunjhunun to Khudana is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khudana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khudana 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khudana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khudana 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khudana
Where is Khudana located?
Khudana village is located in Chirawa Tehsil, Jhunjhunu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khudana?
Khudana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khudana?
The pincode of Khudana is 333025.
What is the population of Khudana?
Khudana has a total population of 3,040, including 1,528 males and 1,512 females.
How many households are there in Khudana?
There are 578 households in Khudana.
What is the literacy rate in Khudana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khudana is 64.41%. Male literacy is 75.59% and female literacy is 53.11%.