Chakjor - Lunkaransar, Bikaner
Chakjor is a village situated in the Lunkaransar tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 61 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lunkaransar and around 133 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Chakjohad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakjor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakjor is 069204. The village covers a total geographical area of 1979.44 hectares and falls under the 334603 pincode. Suratgarh is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Chakjor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lunkaransar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bikaner Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakjor
As per Census 2011, Chakjor village has a total population of 1,422 people, consisting of 741 males and 681 females. The village has 221 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 216 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 784 literate and 638 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chakjor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,422 | 741 | 681 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 106 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 37 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 784 | 494 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 638 | 247 | 391 |
Nearby Villages of Chakjor
Chakjor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Asrasar | South-East | 3.98 km |
| Shyonathpura | North-East | 4.40 km |
| Ramsara | South-West | 5.18 km |
| 85.300 Rdl | North-East | 5.63 km |
| Phuleji | North-West | 6.26 km |
| 99.150 Rdr | East | 6.48 km |
| Kumbhagarh | North | 7.10 km |
| 92.600 Rdl | East | 7.28 km |
| Jaswantsar | South | 7.55 km |
| 92.600 Rdr | North-East | 7.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chakjor
Chakjor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Arjansar, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Suratgarh to Chakjor is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Chakjor is about 133 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakjor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakjor 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 Chakjor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakjor 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 Chakjor
Where is Chakjor located?
Chakjor village is located in Lunkaransar Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakjor?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakjor is Chakjohad.
What is the pincode of Chakjor?
The pincode of Chakjor is 334603.
What is the population of Chakjor?
Chakjor has a total population of 1,422, including 741 males and 681 females.
How many households are there in Chakjor?
There are 221 households in Chakjor.
What is the literacy rate in Chakjor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakjor is 55.13%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 42.58%.