Khet Nagar - Sekhala, Jodhpur
Khet Nagar is a village situated in the Sekhala tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 45 km from Shergarh and around 102 km from Jodhpur. Gogadeo Garh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khet Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khet Nagar is 085317. The village covers a total geographical area of 1586 hectares and falls under the 342025 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 102 km away.
Khet Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shergarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khet Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Khet Nagar village had a total population of 1,176 people, including 593 males and 583 females, living in 207 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.69%, with male literacy at 79.67% and female literacy at 38.68%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 1,176 | 593 | 583 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 101 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 573 | 392 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 603 | 201 | 402 |
Nearby Villages of Khet Nagar
Khet Nagar 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 Khet Nagar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khet Nagar.
| 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 Khet Nagar is about 102 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khet Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khet Nagar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khet Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khet Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khet Nagar
Where is Khet Nagar located?
Khet Nagar village is located in Sekhala Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khet Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Khet Nagar is Gogadeo Garh.
What is the pincode of Khet Nagar?
The pincode of Khet Nagar is 342025.
What is the population of Khet Nagar?
Khet Nagar had a total population of 1,176, including 593 males and 583 females.
How many households are there in Khet Nagar?
Khet Nagar had 207 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khet Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khet Nagar was 59.69%. Male literacy was 79.67% and female literacy was 38.68%.