Garabdesar - Lunkaransar, Bikaner
Garabdesar is a village situated in the Lunkaransar tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lunkaransar and around 109 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Garabdesar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garabdesar is 069332. The village covers a total geographical area of 9001 hectares and falls under the 334602 pincode. Sardarshahar is the nearest town, located about 109 km away.
Garabdesar 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 Garabdesar
As per Census 2011, Garabdesar village has a total population of 3,683 people, consisting of 1,946 males and 1,737 females. The village has 660 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 644 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,561 literate and 2,122 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,674 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garabdesar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,683 | 1,946 | 1,737 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 644 | 330 | 314 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,674 | 881 | 793 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,561 | 1,020 | 541 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,122 | 926 | 1,196 |
Nearby Villages of Garabdesar
Garabdesar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kubiya | South | 5.46 km |
| Chatasar | North | 5.59 km |
| Khaphrsar | South | 6.47 km |
| Kagasar | North-East | 7.83 km |
| Nathusar | South-West | 9.12 km |
| Rajpura Hudan | North-West | 10.09 km |
| Nakodesar | South | 10.41 km |
| Rajasar | North | 10.53 km |
| Somasar | South-East | 10.68 km |
| Chandsar | South | 11.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garabdesar
Garabdesar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nathwana, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sardarshahar to Garabdesar is about 109 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Garabdesar is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garabdesar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garabdesar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garabdesar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garabdesar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garabdesar
Where is Garabdesar located?
Garabdesar village is located in Lunkaransar Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garabdesar?
Garabdesar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garabdesar?
The pincode of Garabdesar is 334602.
What is the population of Garabdesar?
Garabdesar has a total population of 3,683, including 1,946 males and 1,737 females.
How many households are there in Garabdesar?
There are 660 households in Garabdesar.
What is the literacy rate in Garabdesar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garabdesar is 42.38%. Male literacy is 52.42% and female literacy is 31.15%.