16bd - Khajuwala, Bikaner
16bd is a village situated in the Khajuwala tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuwala and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. 20bd serves as the Gram Panchayat for 16bd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of 16bd is 069736. The village covers a total geographical area of 233 hectares and falls under the 334023 pincode. Bikaner is the nearest town, located about 128 km away.
16bd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of 16bd
According to the 2011 Census, 16bd village had a total population of 347 people, including 187 males and 160 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.09%, with male literacy at 75.15% and female literacy at 58.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 210.
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 | 347 | 187 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 22 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 115 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 124 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 63 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of 16bd
16bd 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 16bd
Public transport in the 16bd is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 16bd is about 128 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 16bd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for 16bd 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 16bd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving 16bd 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 16bd
Where is 16bd located?
16bd village is located in Khajuwala Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of 16bd?
The Gram Panchayat of 16bd is 20bd.
What is the pincode of 16bd?
The pincode of 16bd is 334023.
What is the population of 16bd?
16bd had a total population of 347, including 187 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in 16bd?
16bd had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in 16bd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of 16bd was 67.09%. Male literacy was 75.15% and female literacy was 58.28%.