Holpur Kalan - Bilara, Jodhpur
Holpur Kalan is a village situated in the Bilara tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bilara and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Hungaon Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Holpur Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Holpur Kalan is 085781. The village covers a total geographical area of 1615 hectares and falls under the 342605 pincode. Bilara is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Holpur Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Holpur Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Holpur Kalan village had a total population of 1,101 people, including 545 males and 556 females, living in 222 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.63%, with male literacy at 71.27% and female literacy at 44.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 368.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,101 | 545 | 556 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 103 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 368 | 176 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 521 | 315 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 580 | 230 | 350 |
Nearby Villages of Holpur Kalan
Holpur Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Holpur Khurd | South-East | 3.30 km |
| Hungaon Kalan | South-West | 3.36 km |
| Bagawasiya | East | 4.87 km |
| Hariyada | South | 5.00 km |
| Olvi | North | 5.02 km |
| Hungaon Khurd | West | 5.52 km |
| Rawar | North-East | 5.68 km |
| Anand Nagar | North-West | 5.88 km |
| Bala | East | 6.27 km |
| Abkai Ki Dhani | South | 6.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Holpur Kalan
Public transport in the Holpur Kalan is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Asranada, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bilara to Holpur Kalan is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jodhpur to Holpur Kalan is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Holpur Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Holpur Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Holpur Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Holpur Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Holpur Kalan
Where is Holpur Kalan located?
Holpur Kalan village is located in Bilara Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Holpur Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Holpur Kalan is Hungaon Kalan.
What is the pincode of Holpur Kalan?
The pincode of Holpur Kalan is 342605.
What is the population of Holpur Kalan?
Holpur Kalan had a total population of 1,101, including 545 males and 556 females.
How many households are there in Holpur Kalan?
Holpur Kalan had 222 households.
What is the literacy rate in Holpur Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Holpur Kalan was 57.63%. Male literacy was 71.27% and female literacy was 44.59%.