Khirni - Malarna Doongar, Sawai Madhopur
Khirni is a village situated in the Malarna Doongar tehsil of Sawai Madhopur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malarna Doongar and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Sawai Madhopur. Khirni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khirni is 077383. The village covers a total geographical area of 3281.32 hectares and falls under the 322024 pincode. Sawai Madhopur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Khirni is currently administered under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Sawai madhopur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khirni
As per Census 2011, Khirni village has a total population of 12,358 people, consisting of 6,398 males and 5,960 females. The village has 2,182 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,925 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,520 literate and 5,838 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,012 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,381 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khirni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,358 | 6,398 | 5,960 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,925 | 1,046 | 879 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,012 | 1,044 | 968 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,381 | 731 | 650 |
| Literate Population | 6,520 | 4,198 | 2,322 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,838 | 2,200 | 3,638 |
Nearby Villages of Khirni
Khirni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maidpura | North-East | 1.89 km |
| Devta | North | 3.27 km |
| Rasoolpura Chak No.3 | East | 3.47 km |
| Chandnoli | North-East | 3.51 km |
| Baragaon @ Kahar | East | 4.35 km |
| Harsoti | North-West | 4.37 km |
| Jolanda | South | 4.42 km |
| Barodiya | South-West | 4.49 km |
| Gadota | North | 4.66 km |
| Rasoolpura Chak No.1 | East | 4.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khirni
Khirni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mokholi, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sawai Madhopur to Khirni is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khirni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khirni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khirni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khirni 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khirni
Where is Khirni located?
Khirni village is located in Malarna Doongar Tehsil, Sawai Madhopur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khirni?
Khirni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khirni?
The pincode of Khirni is 322024.
What is the population of Khirni?
Khirni has a total population of 12,358, including 6,398 males and 5,960 females.
How many households are there in Khirni?
There are 2,182 households in Khirni.
What is the literacy rate in Khirni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khirni is 52.76%. Male literacy is 65.61% and female literacy is 38.96%.