Kodam Desar - Kolayat, Bikaner
Kodam Desar is a village situated in the Kolayat tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kolayat and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Gajner serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kodam Desar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kodam Desar is 069402. The village covers a total geographical area of 1350 hectares and falls under the 334024 pincode. Bikaner is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kodam Desar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kolayat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bikaner Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kodam Desar
As per Census 2011, Kodam Desar village has a total population of 736 people, consisting of 414 males and 322 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 777 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 194 literate and 542 illiterate residents. Additionally, 316 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kodam Desar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 736 | 414 | 322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 92 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 316 | 179 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 194 | 132 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 542 | 282 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Kodam Desar
Kodam Desar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarah Sutharan Makdan | North | 2.98 km |
| Sharah Ratani Vyas | North-East | 3.22 km |
| Kotra | South | 3.77 km |
| Sharah Bhiyanimani | South-West | 4.12 km |
| Sharah Gheroolal | East | 4.26 km |
| Daiya | East | 4.72 km |
| Sharah Brahmanan | North-East | 4.95 km |
| Sharah Jugaldas | South-East | 5.33 km |
| Sharah Sutharan Gopalan | North | 5.82 km |
| Gajner | South-West | 6.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kodam Desar
Kodam Desar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Darbari, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 11.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Kodam Desar is about 30 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 Kodam Desar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kodam Desar 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 Kodam Desar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kodam Desar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kodam Desar
Where is Kodam Desar located?
Kodam Desar village is located in Kolayat Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kodam Desar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kodam Desar is Gajner.
What is the pincode of Kodam Desar?
The pincode of Kodam Desar is 334024.
What is the population of Kodam Desar?
Kodam Desar has a total population of 736, including 414 males and 322 females.
How many households are there in Kodam Desar?
There are 126 households in Kodam Desar.
What is the literacy rate in Kodam Desar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kodam Desar is 26.36%. Male literacy is 31.88% and female literacy is 19.25%.