6-8 Santosh Nagar - Bajju, Bikaner
6-8 Santosh Nagar is a village situated in the Bajju tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 75 km from Kolayat and around 130 km from Bikaner. 6-8 Santosh Nagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of 6-8 Santosh Nagar is 069367. The village covers a total geographical area of 486 hectares and falls under the 334305 pincode. Bikaner is the nearest town, located about 130 km away.
6-8 Santosh Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kolayat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bikaner Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of 6-8 Santosh Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, 6-8 Santosh Nagar village had a total population of 1,084 people, including 596 males and 488 females, living in 185 households. The sex ratio was 819 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.42%, with male literacy at 72.08% and female literacy at 41.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 240.
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 | 1,084 | 596 | 488 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 116 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 129 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 510 | 346 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 574 | 250 | 324 |
Nearby Villages of 6-8 Santosh Nagar
6-8 Santosh Nagar 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 6-8 Santosh Nagar
6-8 Santosh Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Bikaner to 6-8 Santosh Nagar is about 130 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in 6-8 Santosh Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for 6-8 Santosh Nagar 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 6-8 Santosh Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving 6-8 Santosh Nagar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about 6-8 Santosh Nagar
Where is 6-8 Santosh Nagar located?
6-8 Santosh Nagar village is located in Bajju Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of 6-8 Santosh Nagar?
6-8 Santosh Nagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of 6-8 Santosh Nagar?
The pincode of 6-8 Santosh Nagar is 334305.
What is the population of 6-8 Santosh Nagar?
6-8 Santosh Nagar had a total population of 1,084, including 596 males and 488 females.
How many households are there in 6-8 Santosh Nagar?
6-8 Santosh Nagar had 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in 6-8 Santosh Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of 6-8 Santosh Nagar was 58.42%. Male literacy was 72.08% and female literacy was 41.73%.