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
According to the 2011 Census, Khetasar village had a total population of 2,787 people, including 1,446 males and 1,341 females, living in 487 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.17%, with male literacy at 71.62% and female literacy at 35.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 776, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
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 | 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 had a total population of 2,787, including 1,446 males and 1,341 females.
How many households are there in Khetasar?
Khetasar had 487 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khetasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khetasar was 54.17%. Male literacy was 71.62% and female literacy was 35.05%.