Chhataragarh - Chhatargarh, Bikaner
Chhataragarh is a village situated in the Chhatargarh tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatargarh and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Chhattargarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhataragarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhataragarh is 069814. The village covers a total geographical area of 18015.65 hectares and falls under the 334021 pincode. Bikaner is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Chhataragarh 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 Chhataragarh
As per Census 2011, Chhataragarh village has a total population of 9,761 people, consisting of 5,121 males and 4,640 females. The village has 1,694 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,687 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,343 literate and 5,418 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,960 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 74 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhataragarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,761 | 5,121 | 4,640 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,687 | 867 | 820 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,960 | 1,600 | 1,360 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 39 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 4,343 | 2,696 | 1,647 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,418 | 2,425 | 2,993 |
Nearby Villages of Chhataragarh
Chhataragarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Chtm | North | 2.30 km |
| 4 Awm | South-West | 2.92 km |
| 5 Awm (a) | South-West | 6.06 km |
| 9 Chtm | West | 6.51 km |
| Gorisar | East | 8.11 km |
| 4 Rjd | North | 8.49 km |
| 5 Awm (b) | West | 9.64 km |
| Bas Karnisar | East | 10.51 km |
| Bagrala | South | 10.59 km |
| Sadolai | South-East | 10.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhataragarh
Chhataragarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jagdevwala, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chhataragarh is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhataragarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhataragarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chhataragarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhataragarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chhataragarh
Where is Chhataragarh located?
Chhataragarh village is located in Chhatargarh Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhataragarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhataragarh is Chhattargarh.
What is the pincode of Chhataragarh?
The pincode of Chhataragarh is 334021.
What is the population of Chhataragarh?
Chhataragarh has a total population of 9,761, including 5,121 males and 4,640 females.
How many households are there in Chhataragarh?
There are 1,694 households in Chhataragarh.
What is the literacy rate in Chhataragarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhataragarh is 44.49%. Male literacy is 52.65% and female literacy is 35.50%.