Nethwa - Ramgarh Shekhawati, Sikar
Nethwa is a village situated in the Ramgarh Shekhawati tehsil of Sikar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from Fatehpur and around 74 km from Sikar. Palas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nethwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nethwa is 081189. The village covers a total geographical area of 1886 hectares and falls under the 331024 pincode. Ramgarh is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Nethwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhunjhunu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nethwa
As per Census 2011, Nethwa village has a total population of 2,250 people, consisting of 1,161 males and 1,089 females. The village has 373 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 290 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,297 literate and 953 illiterate residents. Additionally, 849 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nethwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,250 | 1,161 | 1,089 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 151 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 849 | 449 | 400 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | - | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,297 | 781 | 516 |
| Illiterate Population | 953 | 380 | 573 |
Nearby Villages of Nethwa
Nethwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhani Pooniyan | North-West | 2.74 km |
| Bavla | South | 2.93 km |
| Palas | South-West | 3.35 km |
| Meghsar | North | 3.98 km |
| Sawai Laxmanpura | South | 4.24 km |
| Ramgarh | East | 4.50 km |
| Gangapura | South-East | 4.94 km |
| Sahnali Bari | West | 5.04 km |
| Sahnali Chhoti | West | 5.05 km |
| Ratannagar | North-East | 5.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nethwa
Nethwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ramgarh Shekhawati, while the nearest airport is Hissar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 117.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramgarh to Nethwa is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sikar to Nethwa is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nethwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nethwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nethwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nethwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nethwa
Where is Nethwa located?
Nethwa village is located in Ramgarh Shekhawati Tehsil, Sikar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nethwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Nethwa is Palas.
What is the pincode of Nethwa?
The pincode of Nethwa is 331024.
What is the population of Nethwa?
Nethwa has a total population of 2,250, including 1,161 males and 1,089 females.
How many households are there in Nethwa?
There are 373 households in Nethwa.
What is the literacy rate in Nethwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nethwa is 57.64%. Male literacy is 67.27% and female literacy is 47.38%.