Bherookheera - Bikaner
Bherookheera is a village situated in the Bikaner tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 31 km from Bikaner, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Sobhasar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bherookheera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bherookheera is 069033. The village covers a total geographical area of 1299 hectares and falls under the 334202 pincode. Bikaner is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Bherookheera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajuwala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bikaner Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bherookheera
As per Census 2011, Bherookheera village has a total population of 1,587 people, consisting of 832 males and 755 females. The village has 260 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 282 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 516 literate and 1,071 illiterate residents. Additionally, 369 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bherookheera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,587 | 832 | 755 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 156 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 369 | 188 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 516 | 317 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,071 | 515 | 556 |
Nearby Villages of Bherookheera
Bherookheera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sharah Bhauvyas | South-East | 2.82 km |
| Sharah Bardi | South | 3.76 km |
| Dholera Hissa Pemji | North-East | 5.00 km |
| Bhairupawa | West | 5.41 km |
| Dholera No.1 | North-East | 5.73 km |
| Jalwali | North-West | 5.88 km |
| Dholera No.2 | North-East | 6.37 km |
| Kanasar | South-East | 7.46 km |
| Dholera Hissa Maghji | North-East | 7.47 km |
| Badrasar | West | 7.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bherookheera
Public transport in the Bherookheera is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kanasar, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bikaner to Bherookheera is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bherookheera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bherookheera 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bherookheera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bherookheera 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 Bherookheera
Where is Bherookheera located?
Bherookheera village is located in Bikaner Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bherookheera?
The Gram Panchayat of Bherookheera is Sobhasar.
What is the pincode of Bherookheera?
The pincode of Bherookheera is 334202.
What is the population of Bherookheera?
Bherookheera has a total population of 1,587, including 832 males and 755 females.
How many households are there in Bherookheera?
There are 260 households in Bherookheera.
What is the literacy rate in Bherookheera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bherookheera is 32.51%. Male literacy is 38.10% and female literacy is 26.36%.