Ikadani - Patodi, Balotra
Ikadani is a village situated in the Patodi tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 12 km from Pachpadra and around 112 km from Barmer. Bhakarsar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ikadani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ikadani is 087356. The village covers a total geographical area of 442.42 hectares and falls under the 344032 pincode. Balotra is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Ikadani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baytoo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ikadani
According to the 2011 Census, Ikadani village had a total population of 469 people, including 270 males and 199 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 737 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.15%, with male literacy at 55.30% and female literacy at 28.93%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 89.
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 | 469 | 270 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 53 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 47 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 120 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 150 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Ikadani
Ikadani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rewara Sodha | South-East | 3.08 km |
| Koduka | North | 3.13 km |
| Rewara Maiya | East | 3.29 km |
| Reenchholi | North-West | 3.49 km |
| Rewara Nayapura | North-East | 3.82 km |
| Gopri | South-West | 4.15 km |
| Newai | South-East | 4.54 km |
| Bhakharsar | North | 4.76 km |
| Shivnathpura | West | 4.92 km |
| Mediwasan | North-West | 5.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ikadani
Ikadani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Balotra Jn, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Balotra to Ikadani is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barmer to Ikadani is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ikadani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ikadani 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ikadani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ikadani 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 Ikadani
Where is Ikadani located?
Ikadani village is located in Patodi Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ikadani?
The Gram Panchayat of Ikadani is Bhakarsar.
What is the pincode of Ikadani?
The pincode of Ikadani is 344032.
What is the population of Ikadani?
Ikadani had a total population of 469, including 270 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Ikadani?
Ikadani had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ikadani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ikadani was 44.15%. Male literacy was 55.30% and female literacy was 28.93%.