Vishanasar - Chohtan, Barmer
Vishanasar is a village situated in the Chohtan tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chohtan and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Barmer. Joona Lakhwara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vishanasar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vishanasar is 088708. The village covers a total geographical area of 258.08 hectares and falls under the 344702 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Vishanasar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chohtan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vishanasar
According to the 2011 Census, Vishanasar village had a total population of 343 people, including 181 males and 162 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.00%, with male literacy at 32.88% and female literacy at 19.66%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 264.
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 | 343 | 181 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 35 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 264 | 140 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 48 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 133 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Vishanasar
Vishanasar 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 Vishanasar
Public transport in the Vishanasar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barmer to Vishanasar is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vishanasar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vishanasar 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 Vishanasar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vishanasar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vishanasar
Where is Vishanasar located?
Vishanasar village is located in Chohtan Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vishanasar?
The Gram Panchayat of Vishanasar is Joona Lakhwara.
What is the pincode of Vishanasar?
The pincode of Vishanasar is 344702.
What is the population of Vishanasar?
Vishanasar had a total population of 343, including 181 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Vishanasar?
Vishanasar had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vishanasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vishanasar was 27.00%. Male literacy was 32.88% and female literacy was 19.66%.