Ghodaran - Nagaur
Ghodaran is a village situated in the Nagaur tehsil of Nagaur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 31 km from Nagaur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Untwaliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghodaran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghodaran is 082806. The village covers a total geographical area of 738 hectares and falls under the 341001 pincode. Nokha is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Ghodaran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jayal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghodaran
As per Census 2011, Ghodaran village has a total population of 1,455 people, consisting of 749 males and 706 females. The village has 238 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 270 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 823 literate and 632 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghodaran are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,455 | 749 | 706 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 270 | 140 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 81 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 823 | 505 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 632 | 244 | 388 |
Nearby Villages of Ghodaran
Ghodaran 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Peetholai | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Mundasar | West | 2.36 km |
| Subhashpura | North | 2.61 km |
| Rohini | East | 4.25 km |
| Beeramsar | North-East | 5.04 km |
| Untwaliya | South | 5.17 km |
| Sewri | North-West | 5.68 km |
| Chheela | North-West | 6.72 km |
| Fatehsar | West | 6.97 km |
| Gantheelasar | South-East | 7.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghodaran
Ghodaran is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Badwasi, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.8 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 Nokha to Ghodaran is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaur to Ghodaran is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghodaran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghodaran 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 Ghodaran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghodaran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghodaran
Where is Ghodaran located?
Ghodaran village is located in Nagaur Tehsil, Nagaur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghodaran?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghodaran is Untwaliya.
What is the pincode of Ghodaran?
The pincode of Ghodaran is 341001.
What is the population of Ghodaran?
Ghodaran has a total population of 1,455, including 749 males and 706 females.
How many households are there in Ghodaran?
There are 238 households in Ghodaran.
What is the literacy rate in Ghodaran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghodaran is 56.56%. Male literacy is 67.42% and female literacy is 45.04%.