Khara - Phalodi
Khara is a village situated in the Phalodi tehsil of Phalodi district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from Phalodi and around 170 km from Jodhpur. Khara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khara is 084213. The village covers a total geographical area of 3672 hectares and falls under the 345023 pincode. Phalodi is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Khara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lohawat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khara
As per Census 2011, Khara village has a total population of 2,164 people, consisting of 1,095 males and 1,069 females. The village has 423 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 417 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,176 literate and 988 illiterate residents. Additionally, 395 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,164 | 1,095 | 1,069 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 417 | 198 | 219 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 395 | 197 | 198 |
| Literate Population | 1,176 | 756 | 420 |
| Illiterate Population | 988 | 339 | 649 |
Nearby Villages of Khara
Khara 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 Khara
Khara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Khara has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phalodi to Khara is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jodhpur to Khara is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khara
Where is Khara located?
Khara village is located in Phalodi Tehsil, Phalodi district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khara?
Khara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khara?
The pincode of Khara is 345023.
What is the population of Khara?
Khara has a total population of 2,164, including 1,095 males and 1,069 females.
How many households are there in Khara?
There are 423 households in Khara.
What is the literacy rate in Khara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khara is 54.34%. Male literacy is 69.04% and female literacy is 39.29%.