Khindakor - Osian, Jodhpur
Khindakor is a village situated in the Osian tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Osian and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Khindakor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khindakor is 084612. The village covers a total geographical area of 864.11 hectares and falls under the 342312 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Khindakor 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 Khindakor
According to the 2011 Census, Khindakor village had a total population of 1,211 people, including 637 males and 574 females, living in 234 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.61%, with male literacy at 69.56% and female literacy at 36.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 444.
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 | 1,211 | 637 | 574 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 141 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 444 | 224 | 220 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 512 | 345 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 699 | 292 | 407 |
Nearby Villages of Khindakor
Khindakor 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 Khindakor
Khindakor 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 Khindakor is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khindakor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khindakor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khindakor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khindakor 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khindakor
Where is Khindakor located?
Khindakor village is located in Osian Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khindakor?
Khindakor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khindakor?
The pincode of Khindakor is 342312.
What is the population of Khindakor?
Khindakor had a total population of 1,211, including 637 males and 574 females.
How many households are there in Khindakor?
Khindakor had 234 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khindakor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khindakor was 53.61%. Male literacy was 69.56% and female literacy was 36.38%.