Bijrar - Chohtan, Barmer
Bijrar is a village situated in the Chohtan tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chohtan and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Barmer. Bijrad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijrar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijrar is 088776. The village covers a total geographical area of 3032.12 hectares and falls under the 344702 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Bijrar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sheo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijrar
According to the 2011 Census, Bijrar village had a total population of 2,615 people, including 1,408 males and 1,207 females, living in 500 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.96%, with male literacy at 72.09% and female literacy at 37.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 709, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 118.
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 | 2,615 | 1,408 | 1,207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 435 | 233 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 709 | 368 | 341 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 118 | 69 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 1,220 | 847 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,395 | 561 | 834 |
Nearby Villages of Bijrar
Bijrar 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 Bijrar
Public transport in the Bijrar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Barmer to Bijrar is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijrar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijrar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bijrar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijrar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bijrar
Where is Bijrar located?
Bijrar village is located in Chohtan Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bijrar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijrar is Bijrad.
What is the pincode of Bijrar?
The pincode of Bijrar is 344702.
What is the population of Bijrar?
Bijrar had a total population of 2,615, including 1,408 males and 1,207 females.
How many households are there in Bijrar?
Bijrar had 500 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijrar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijrar was 55.96%. Male literacy was 72.09% and female literacy was 37.11%.