8 Awm (Aawa) - Chhatargarh, Bikaner
8 Awm (Aawa) is a village situated in the Chhatargarh tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatargarh and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Aava serves as the Gram Panchayat for 8 Awm (Aawa) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of 8 Awm (Aawa) is 069819. The village covers a total geographical area of 1489.64 hectares and falls under the 334021 pincode. Bikaner is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
8 Awm (Aawa) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of 8 Awm (Aawa)
As per Census 2011, 8 Awm (Aawa) village has a total population of 660 people, consisting of 350 males and 310 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 212 literate and 448 illiterate residents. Additionally, 205 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for 8 Awm (Aawa) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 660 | 350 | 310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 58 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 105 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 212 | 146 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 448 | 204 | 244 |
Nearby Villages of 8 Awm (Aawa)
8 Awm (Aawa) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 5 Awm (b) | South-East | 4.21 km |
| 9 Chtm | East | 5.90 km |
| 1 Mmwm | North-West | 6.13 km |
| 5 Awm (a) | South-East | 7.06 km |
| 2 Lkd | South-West | 8.75 km |
| Lunkhan | West | 8.92 km |
| 19 Rjd | North | 9.41 km |
| 20 Rjd | North-West | 9.73 km |
| 12 Lkd | North-West | 9.83 km |
| 18 Rjd | North | 10.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of 8 Awm (Aawa)
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the 8 Awm (Aawa). The nearest railway station is Jagdevwala, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 8 Awm (Aawa) is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in 8 Awm (Aawa)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for 8 Awm (Aawa) 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 8 Awm (Aawa)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving 8 Awm (Aawa) 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 8 Awm (Aawa)
Where is 8 Awm (Aawa) located?
8 Awm (Aawa) village is located in Chhatargarh Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of 8 Awm (Aawa)?
The Gram Panchayat of 8 Awm (Aawa) is Aava.
What is the pincode of 8 Awm (Aawa)?
The pincode of 8 Awm (Aawa) is 334021.
What is the population of 8 Awm (Aawa)?
8 Awm (Aawa) has a total population of 660, including 350 males and 310 females.
How many households are there in 8 Awm (Aawa)?
There are 101 households in 8 Awm (Aawa).
What is the literacy rate in 8 Awm (Aawa)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of 8 Awm (Aawa) is 32.12%. Male literacy is 41.71% and female literacy is 21.29%.