Chandrakh - Osian, Jodhpur
Chandrakh is a village situated in the Osian tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Osian and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Chandrakh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandrakh is 084624. The village covers a total geographical area of 2035.75 hectares and falls under the 342303 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Chandrakh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Osian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandrakh
As per Census 2011, Chandrakh village has a total population of 3,266 people, consisting of 1,712 males and 1,554 females. The village has 532 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 629 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,326 literate and 1,940 illiterate residents. Additionally, 733 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 227 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandrakh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,266 | 1,712 | 1,554 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 629 | 335 | 294 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 733 | 400 | 333 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 227 | 112 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 1,326 | 937 | 389 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,940 | 775 | 1,165 |
Nearby Villages of Chandrakh
Chandrakh is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chandrakh
Chandrakh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Jodhpur to Chandrakh is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandrakh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandrakh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chandrakh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandrakh 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chandrakh
Where is Chandrakh located?
Chandrakh village is located in Osian Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandrakh?
Chandrakh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandrakh?
The pincode of Chandrakh is 342303.
What is the population of Chandrakh?
Chandrakh has a total population of 3,266, including 1,712 males and 1,554 females.
How many households are there in Chandrakh?
There are 532 households in Chandrakh.
What is the literacy rate in Chandrakh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandrakh is 40.60%. Male literacy is 54.73% and female literacy is 25.03%.