Gantan - Lunkaransar, Bikaner
Gantan is a village situated in the Lunkaransar tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lunkaransar and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Khokhrana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gantan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gantan is 069253. The village covers a total geographical area of 1619 hectares and falls under the 334603 pincode. Bikaner is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Gantan 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 Gantan
As per Census 2011, Gantan village has a total population of 13 people, consisting of 7 males and 6 females. The village has 1 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3 literate and 10 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gantan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 5 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Gantan
Gantan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gantan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gantan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bikaner to Gantan 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 Gantan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gantan 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 Gantan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gantan 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 Gantan
Where is Gantan located?
Gantan village is located in Lunkaransar Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gantan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gantan is Khokhrana.
What is the pincode of Gantan?
The pincode of Gantan is 334603.
What is the population of Gantan?
Gantan has a total population of 13, including 7 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Gantan?
There are 1 households in Gantan.
What is the literacy rate in Gantan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gantan is 23.08%. Male literacy is 28.57% and female literacy is 16.67%.