Mandal Charnan - Kolayat, Bikaner
Mandal Charnan is a village situated in the Kolayat tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kolayat and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Mandal Charanan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mandal Charnan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandal Charnan is 069477. The village covers a total geographical area of 2993.78 hectares and falls under the 334302 pincode. Bikaner is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Mandal Charnan 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 Mandal Charnan
As per Census 2011, Mandal Charnan village has a total population of 1,976 people, consisting of 1,027 males and 949 females. The village has 306 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 301 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 857 literate and 1,119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 757 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandal Charnan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,976 | 1,027 | 949 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 158 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 757 | 398 | 359 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 857 | 541 | 316 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,119 | 486 | 633 |
Nearby Villages of Mandal Charnan
Mandal Charnan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Govindsar | North-West | 4.16 km |
| Mandal Bhatiyan | South-West | 4.17 km |
| Chak Mandal Bandh | East | 4.50 km |
| Sharah Punolao | East | 5.06 km |
| Mandal Rawalotan | South | 5.74 km |
| Chak Beethnokh | North-East | 6.28 km |
| Raoneri | South-East | 6.51 km |
| Motasar | North-West | 6.54 km |
| Sharah Bokolai | East | 6.93 km |
| Chhaneri | South-East | 7.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mandal Charnan
Mandal Charnan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Diyatara Road, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mandal Charnan is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandal Charnan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandal Charnan 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 Mandal Charnan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandal Charnan 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 Mandal Charnan
Where is Mandal Charnan located?
Mandal Charnan village is located in Kolayat Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandal Charnan?
The Gram Panchayat of Mandal Charnan is Mandal Charanan.
What is the pincode of Mandal Charnan?
The pincode of Mandal Charnan is 334302.
What is the population of Mandal Charnan?
Mandal Charnan has a total population of 1,976, including 1,027 males and 949 females.
How many households are there in Mandal Charnan?
There are 306 households in Mandal Charnan.
What is the literacy rate in Mandal Charnan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandal Charnan is 43.37%. Male literacy is 52.68% and female literacy is 33.30%.