Kherajgarh - Shergarh, Jodhpur
Kherajgarh is a village situated in the Shergarh tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shergarh and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Bhandu Jati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kherajgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kherajgarh is 085477. The village covers a total geographical area of 177 hectares and falls under the 342023 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Kherajgarh 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 Kherajgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Kherajgarh village had a total population of 462 people, including 230 males and 232 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.63%, with male literacy at 77.35% and female literacy at 43.01%.
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 | 462 | 230 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 49 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 140 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 90 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Kherajgarh
Kherajgarh 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 Kherajgarh
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kherajgarh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jodhpur to Kherajgarh is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kherajgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kherajgarh 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 Kherajgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kherajgarh 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kherajgarh
Where is Kherajgarh located?
Kherajgarh village is located in Shergarh Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kherajgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Kherajgarh is Bhandu Jati.
What is the pincode of Kherajgarh?
The pincode of Kherajgarh is 342023.
What is the population of Kherajgarh?
Kherajgarh had a total population of 462, including 230 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Kherajgarh?
Kherajgarh had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kherajgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kherajgarh was 59.63%. Male literacy was 77.35% and female literacy was 43.01%.