Kookar Khera - Bhim, Rajsamand
Kookar Khera is a village situated in the Bhim tehsil of Rajsamand district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhim and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Rajsamand. Kookar Khera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kookar Khera is 096468. The village covers a total geographical area of 403.48 hectares and falls under the 305921 pincode. Deogarh is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kookar Khera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajsamand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kookar Khera
As per Census 2011, Kookar Khera village has a total population of 1,412 people, consisting of 665 males and 747 females. The village has 298 households and a sex ratio of 1,123 females per 1,000 males. There are 259 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 805 literate and 607 illiterate residents. Additionally, 221 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kookar Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,412 | 665 | 747 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 123 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 103 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 805 | 467 | 338 |
| Illiterate Population | 607 | 198 | 409 |
Nearby Villages of Kookar Khera
Kookar Khera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balato Ki Gawar | North | 1.41 km |
| Kaletara | South-West | 2.43 km |
| Nedi | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Sadaran | West | 2.86 km |
| Kundal Ki Guaar | North-West | 3.18 km |
| Badi Ka Badiya | East | 3.49 km |
| Arjungarh | South | 3.89 km |
| Pavtiya | West | 4.00 km |
| Peladol | North-East | 4.05 km |
| Undawasan | South | 4.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kookar Khera
Kookar Khera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khamil Ghat, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deogarh to Kookar Khera is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajsamand to Kookar Khera is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kookar Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kookar Khera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kookar Khera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kookar Khera 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kookar Khera
Where is Kookar Khera located?
Kookar Khera village is located in Bhim Tehsil, Rajsamand district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kookar Khera?
Kookar Khera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kookar Khera?
The pincode of Kookar Khera is 305921.
What is the population of Kookar Khera?
Kookar Khera has a total population of 1,412, including 665 males and 747 females.
How many households are there in Kookar Khera?
There are 298 households in Kookar Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Kookar Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kookar Khera is 57.01%. Male literacy is 70.23% and female literacy is 45.25%.