Kalakhet - Kherwara, Udaipur
Kalakhet is a village situated in the Kherwara tehsil of Udaipur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kherwara and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Udaipur. Khandi Ovri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalakhet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalakhet is 107877. The village covers a total geographical area of 187 hectares and falls under the 313604 pincode. Dungargarh is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Kalakhet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kalakhet
According to the 2011 Census, Kalakhet village had a total population of 198 people, including 100 males and 98 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.78%, with male literacy at 93.42% and female literacy at 62.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 198.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 198 | 100 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 198 | 100 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 71 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 29 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Kalakhet
Kalakhet 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 Kalakhet
Public transport in the Kalakhet is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dungargarh to Kalakhet is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Udaipur to Kalakhet is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalakhet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalakhet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalakhet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalakhet 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kalakhet
Where is Kalakhet located?
Kalakhet village is located in Kherwara Tehsil, Udaipur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kalakhet?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalakhet is Khandi Ovri.
What is the pincode of Kalakhet?
The pincode of Kalakhet is 313604.
What is the population of Kalakhet?
Kalakhet had a total population of 198, including 100 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Kalakhet?
Kalakhet had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalakhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalakhet was 77.78%. Male literacy was 93.42% and female literacy was 62.34%.