Shastri Nagar
Shastri Nagar is a village located in Kolayat tehsil of Bikaner district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 65km away from sub-district headquarter Kolayat (tehsildar office) and 115km away from district headquarter Bikaner. As per 2009 stats, Gokul is the gram panchayat of Shastri Nagar village.
Here you can discover what makes Shastri Nagar unique in its vibrant Kolayat-Bikaner region. You’ll see Shastri Nagar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shastri Nagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shastri Nagar is 069387. The village spans a total geographical area of 1102 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 334001. Bikaner is nearest town to Shastri Nagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 115km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shastri Nagar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kolayat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bikaner Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shastri Nagar
Population of Shastri Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Shastri Nagar has a total population of about 632, with approximately 333 males and 299 females. The sex ratio is around 897 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 91 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 137 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.20%, with male literacy at about 57.66% and female literacy near 33.44%. There are around 107 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shastri Nagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 632 | 333 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 51 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 73 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | N/A | 2 |
| Literate Population | 292 | 192 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 340 | 141 | 199 |
Connectivity of Shastri Nagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shastri Nagar. As per the 2011 stats, Shastri Nagar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shastri Nagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Shastri Nagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shastri Nagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shastri Nagar
- Where is Shastri Nagar located?
- Shastri Nagar village is situated in Kolayat Tehsil, within the Bikaner district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shastri Nagar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shastri Nagar is Gokul (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shastri Nagar?
- The pincode of Shastri Nagar is 334001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shastri Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shastri Nagar is 632, with 333 males and 299 females.
- How many households are there in Shastri Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shastri Nagar village has a total of 107 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shastri Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shastri Nagar is 46.20%. The male literacy rate is 57.66%, while the female literacy rate is 33.44%.