Dantor Barani Village - Khajuwala, Bikaner
Dantor Barani is a village situated in the Khajuwala tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuwala and around 113 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Dantor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dantor Barani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dantor Barani is 069758. The village covers a total geographical area of 28561 hectares and falls under the 334023 pincode. Bikaner is the nearest town, located about 113 km away.
Dantor Barani 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 Dantor Barani
As per Census 2011, Dantor Barani village has a total population of 8,389 people, consisting of 4,370 males and 4,019 females. The village has 1,587 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,440 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,951 literate and 4,438 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,926 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dantor Barani are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,389 | 4,370 | 4,019 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,440 | 721 | 719 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,926 | 1,004 | 922 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 3,951 | 2,473 | 1,478 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,438 | 1,897 | 2,541 |
Nearby Villages of Dantor Barani
Dantor Barani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Akasar Barani | West | 9.24 km |
| Jhookiya | South-East | 9.36 km |
| Sammewala (6 Smd) | South | 10.48 km |
| Gangajali | East | 10.82 km |
| 2 Kld | North-West | 11.60 km |
| Hanuman Nagar(30 Dod A) | South-East | 11.80 km |
| Ganeshwali(7 Rmd) | East | 12.03 km |
| 28 Kjd | North | 14.27 km |
| Miranwala | South | 15.06 km |
| 11-14 Ad | East | 16.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dantor Barani
Dantor Barani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gajner, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.4 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 Dantor Barani is about 113 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dantor Barani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dantor Barani 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 Dantor Barani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dantor Barani 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 Dantor Barani
Where is Dantor Barani located?
Dantor Barani village is located in Khajuwala Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dantor Barani?
The Gram Panchayat of Dantor Barani is Dantor.
What is the pincode of Dantor Barani?
The pincode of Dantor Barani is 334023.
What is the population of Dantor Barani?
Dantor Barani has a total population of 8,389, including 4,370 males and 4,019 females.
How many households are there in Dantor Barani?
There are 1,587 households in Dantor Barani.
What is the literacy rate in Dantor Barani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dantor Barani is 47.10%. Male literacy is 56.59% and female literacy is 36.78%.