Khetasar - Osian, Jodhpur
Khetasar is a village situated in the Osian tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Osian and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Khetasar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khetasar is 084587. The village covers a total geographical area of 1767.38 hectares and falls under the 342303 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Khetasar 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 Khetasar
As per Census 2011, Khetasar village has a total population of 2,787 people, consisting of 1,446 males and 1,341 females. The village has 487 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 509 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,234 literate and 1,553 illiterate residents. Additionally, 776 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khetasar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,787 | 1,446 | 1,341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 509 | 255 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 776 | 396 | 380 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,234 | 853 | 381 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,553 | 593 | 960 |
Nearby Villages of Khetasar
Khetasar 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 Khetasar
Public transport in the Khetasar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Khetasar is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khetasar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khetasar 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 Khetasar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khetasar 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 Khetasar
Where is Khetasar located?
Khetasar village is located in Osian Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khetasar?
Khetasar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khetasar?
The pincode of Khetasar is 342303.
What is the population of Khetasar?
Khetasar has a total population of 2,787, including 1,446 males and 1,341 females.
How many households are there in Khetasar?
There are 487 households in Khetasar.
What is the literacy rate in Khetasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khetasar is 44.28%. Male literacy is 58.99% and female literacy is 28.41%.