Khirjan Khas - Shergarh, Jodhpur
Khirjan Khas is a village situated in the Shergarh tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shergarh and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Khirja Khas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khirjan Khas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khirjan Khas is 085385. The village covers a total geographical area of 1012 hectares and falls under the 342028 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Khirjan Khas 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 Khirjan Khas
According to the 2011 Census, Khirjan Khas village had a total population of 2,252 people, including 1,203 males and 1,049 females, living in 376 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.47%, with male literacy at 87.31% and female literacy at 47.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 501, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 142.
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 | 2,252 | 1,203 | 1,049 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 400 | 226 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 501 | 264 | 237 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 79 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 1,268 | 853 | 415 |
| Illiterate Population | 984 | 350 | 634 |
Nearby Villages of Khirjan Khas
Khirjan Khas 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 Khirjan Khas
Public transport in the Khirjan Khas is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Khirjan Khas is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khirjan Khas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khirjan Khas 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 Khirjan Khas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khirjan Khas 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 Khirjan Khas
Where is Khirjan Khas located?
Khirjan Khas village is located in Shergarh Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khirjan Khas?
The Gram Panchayat of Khirjan Khas is Khirja Khas.
What is the pincode of Khirjan Khas?
The pincode of Khirjan Khas is 342028.
What is the population of Khirjan Khas?
Khirjan Khas had a total population of 2,252, including 1,203 males and 1,049 females.
How many households are there in Khirjan Khas?
Khirjan Khas had 376 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khirjan Khas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khirjan Khas was 68.47%. Male literacy was 87.31% and female literacy was 47.43%.