Bhawanda - Kheenvsar, Nagaur
Bhawanda is a village situated in the Kheenvsar tehsil of Nagaur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kheenvsar and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Nagaur. Bhawanda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhawanda is 083081. The village covers a total geographical area of 3363 hectares and falls under the 341025 pincode. Nagaur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Bhawanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khinwsar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhawanda
As per Census 2011, Bhawanda village has a total population of 4,036 people, consisting of 2,137 males and 1,899 females. The village has 715 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 586 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,911 literate and 2,125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,239 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhawanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,036 | 2,137 | 1,899 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 586 | 332 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,239 | 652 | 587 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,911 | 1,295 | 616 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,125 | 842 | 1,283 |
Nearby Villages of Bhawanda
Bhawanda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Charda | West | 3.92 km |
| Manakpur | East | 5.65 km |
| Khorwa | North-East | 5.78 km |
| Chindari | West | 6.30 km |
| Tadawas | North-West | 6.49 km |
| Berawas | North | 6.94 km |
| Suwana | South | 7.13 km |
| Haripura | North | 7.50 km |
| Dharnawas | West | 7.90 km |
| Lalap | North-East | 8.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhawanda
Bhawanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Marwar Mundwa, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.9 km.
| 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 Nagaur to Bhawanda is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhawanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhawanda 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 Bhawanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhawanda 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 Bhawanda
Where is Bhawanda located?
Bhawanda village is located in Kheenvsar Tehsil, Nagaur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhawanda?
Bhawanda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhawanda?
The pincode of Bhawanda is 341025.
What is the population of Bhawanda?
Bhawanda has a total population of 4,036, including 2,137 males and 1,899 females.
How many households are there in Bhawanda?
There are 715 households in Bhawanda.
What is the literacy rate in Bhawanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhawanda is 47.35%. Male literacy is 60.60% and female literacy is 32.44%.