Jaitpur - Lunkaransar, Bikaner
Jaitpur is a village situated in the Lunkaransar tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 77 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lunkaransar and around 149 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Jaitpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaitpur is 069214. The village covers a total geographical area of 17773.45 hectares and falls under the 334604 pincode. Suratgarh is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Jaitpur 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 Jaitpur
As per Census 2011, Jaitpur village has a total population of 6,058 people, consisting of 3,224 males and 2,834 females. The village has 993 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,010 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,957 literate and 3,101 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,203 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jaitpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,058 | 3,224 | 2,834 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,010 | 547 | 463 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,203 | 640 | 563 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,957 | 1,803 | 1,154 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,101 | 1,421 | 1,680 |
Nearby Villages of Jaitpur
Jaitpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Taliwala | East | 4.96 km |
| Ghaniyasar | South-East | 7.47 km |
| Dhani Chiplai | North | 8.24 km |
| Rekh Ghiriasar | East | 8.63 km |
| Ranisar | North-West | 9.91 km |
| Chak Ranjeetpura | West | 9.99 km |
| Dhani Khoda | South-West | 11.09 km |
| Ladam | East | 11.10 km |
| Naiyasar | East | 11.11 km |
| Chak Arjunsar | West | 11.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jaitpur
Jaitpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mahajan, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Suratgarh to Jaitpur is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Jaitpur is about 149 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaitpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaitpur 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 Jaitpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaitpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jaitpur
Where is Jaitpur located?
Jaitpur village is located in Lunkaransar Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaitpur?
Jaitpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jaitpur?
The pincode of Jaitpur is 334604.
What is the population of Jaitpur?
Jaitpur has a total population of 6,058, including 3,224 males and 2,834 females.
How many households are there in Jaitpur?
There are 993 households in Jaitpur.
What is the literacy rate in Jaitpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaitpur is 48.81%. Male literacy is 55.92% and female literacy is 40.72%.