Hinkuri - Shergarh, Jodhpur
Hinkuri is a village situated in the Shergarh tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shergarh and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Bhomsagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hinkuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hinkuri is 085418. The village covers a total geographical area of 1485.01 hectares and falls under the 342022 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 125 km away.
Hinkuri 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 Hinkuri
According to the 2011 Census, Hinkuri village had a total population of 1,336 people, including 690 males and 646 females, living in 209 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.11%, with male literacy at 82.82% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 131.
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 | 1,336 | 690 | 646 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 137 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 68 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 712 | 458 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 624 | 232 | 392 |
Nearby Villages of Hinkuri
Hinkuri 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 Hinkuri
Public transport in the Hinkuri is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Hinkuri is about 125 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hinkuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hinkuri 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 Hinkuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hinkuri 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 Hinkuri
Where is Hinkuri located?
Hinkuri village is located in Shergarh Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hinkuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Hinkuri is Bhomsagar.
What is the pincode of Hinkuri?
The pincode of Hinkuri is 342022.
What is the population of Hinkuri?
Hinkuri had a total population of 1,336, including 690 males and 646 females.
How many households are there in Hinkuri?
Hinkuri had 209 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hinkuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hinkuri was 67.11%. Male literacy was 82.82% and female literacy was 50.00%.