Kheechan
Kheechan is a village located in Phalodi tehsil of Jodhpur district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Phalodi (tehsildar office) and 135km away from district headquarter Jodhpur. As per 2009 stats, Kheechan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kheechan unique in its vibrant Phalodi-Jodhpur region. You’ll see Kheechan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kheechan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kheechan is 084200. The village spans a total geographical area of 4447 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 342308. Phalodi is nearest town to Kheechan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Kheechan
Population of Kheechan
According to the 2011 Census, Kheechan has a total population of about 7,025, with approximately 3,729 males and 3,296 females. The sex ratio is around 883 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,292 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,588 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 163. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.67%, with male literacy at about 66.29% and female literacy near 43.66%. There are around 1,190 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kheechan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,025 | 3,729 | 3,296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,292 | 713 | 579 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,588 | 1,365 | 1,223 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 163 | 92 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 3,911 | 2,472 | 1,439 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,114 | 1,257 | 1,857 |
Connectivity of Kheechan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kheechan. As per the 2011 stats, Kheechan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kheechan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kheechan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kheechan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kheechan
- Where is Kheechan located?
- Kheechan village is situated in Phalodi Tehsil, within the Jodhpur district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kheechan?
- Kheechan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kheechan?
- The pincode of Kheechan is 342308, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kheechan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kheechan is 7,025, with 3,729 males and 3,296 females.
- How many households are there in Kheechan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kheechan village has a total of 1,190 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kheechan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kheechan is 55.67%. The male literacy rate is 66.29%, while the female literacy rate is 43.66%.