Khareta - Hindaun, Karauli
Khareta is a village situated in the Hindaun tehsil of Karauli district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hindaun and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Karauli. Khareta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khareta is 076529. The village covers a total geographical area of 1144.25 hectares and falls under the 322230 pincode. Hindaun is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Khareta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karauli-Dholpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khareta
According to the 2011 Census, Khareta village had a total population of 2,203 people, including 1,208 males and 995 females, living in 347 households. The sex ratio was 824 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.64%, with male literacy at 80.57% and female literacy at 45.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 659.
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 | 2,203 | 1,208 | 995 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 365 | 194 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 659 | 359 | 300 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,188 | 817 | 371 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,015 | 391 | 624 |
Nearby Villages of Khareta
Khareta 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 Khareta
Khareta is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khareta.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hindaun to Khareta is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karauli to Khareta is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khareta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khareta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khareta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khareta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khareta
Where is Khareta located?
Khareta village is located in Hindaun Tehsil, Karauli district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khareta?
Khareta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khareta?
The pincode of Khareta is 322230.
What is the population of Khareta?
Khareta had a total population of 2,203, including 1,208 males and 995 females.
How many households are there in Khareta?
Khareta had 347 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khareta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khareta was 64.64%. Male literacy was 80.57% and female literacy was 45.02%.