Barsingsar - Bikaner
Barsingsar is a village situated in the Bikaner tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 22 km from Bikaner, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Barsingsar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barsingsar is 069095. The village covers a total geographical area of 6502 hectares and falls under the 334402 pincode. Bikaner is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Barsingsar 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 Barsingsar
As per Census 2011, Barsingsar village has a total population of 5,766 people, consisting of 3,028 males and 2,738 females. The village has 817 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,066 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,921 literate and 2,845 illiterate residents. Additionally, 938 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barsingsar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,766 | 3,028 | 2,738 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,066 | 578 | 488 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 938 | 517 | 421 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,921 | 1,866 | 1,055 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,845 | 1,162 | 1,683 |
Nearby Villages of Barsingsar
Barsingsar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deshnok (rural) | East | 4.06 km |
| Lalamdesar | West | 4.73 km |
| Palana | North-East | 7.80 km |
| Basi | South-West | 9.10 km |
| Bhojusar | North-West | 9.38 km |
| Pithrasar | South | 9.67 km |
| Bholasar Chauhanan | North-West | 10.20 km |
| Jegla Gogliyan | South-East | 11.26 km |
| Swaroopdesar | North | 11.75 km |
| Mokha Khalsa | West | 12.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barsingsar
Public transport in the Barsingsar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Palana, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bikaner to Barsingsar is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barsingsar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barsingsar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barsingsar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barsingsar 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 Barsingsar
Where is Barsingsar located?
Barsingsar village is located in Bikaner Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barsingsar?
Barsingsar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barsingsar?
The pincode of Barsingsar is 334402.
What is the population of Barsingsar?
Barsingsar has a total population of 5,766, including 3,028 males and 2,738 females.
How many households are there in Barsingsar?
There are 817 households in Barsingsar.
What is the literacy rate in Barsingsar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barsingsar is 50.66%. Male literacy is 61.62% and female literacy is 38.53%.