Jogiya Basti - Lunkaransar, Bikaner
Jogiya Basti is a village situated in the Lunkaransar tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lunkaransar and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Baderan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jogiya Basti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jogiya Basti is 069318. The village covers a total geographical area of 453.9 hectares and falls under the 334603 pincode. Bikaner is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Jogiya Basti 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 Jogiya Basti
As per Census 2011, Jogiya Basti village has a total population of 3,003 people, consisting of 1,545 males and 1,458 females. The village has 520 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 632 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,408 literate and 1,595 illiterate residents. Additionally, 283 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jogiya Basti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,003 | 1,545 | 1,458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 632 | 350 | 282 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 283 | 149 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 1,408 | 849 | 559 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,595 | 696 | 899 |
Nearby Villages of Jogiya Basti
Jogiya Basti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Unchgadesar | North | 3.58 km |
| Dhani Bhopalaram | North-West | 4.70 km |
| Sahajarasar | South-West | 5.77 km |
| Kalkal Muklera | West | 6.20 km |
| Basi Chadwan | South-East | 6.97 km |
| Kalu | East | 7.50 km |
| Kalvas | North | 7.68 km |
| Kakd Icha | West | 8.01 km |
| Surnana | West | 10.12 km |
| Bas Sahajrasar | South | 10.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jogiya Basti
Jogiya Basti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lunkaransar, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Bikaner to Jogiya Basti is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jogiya Basti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jogiya Basti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jogiya Basti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jogiya Basti 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 Jogiya Basti
Where is Jogiya Basti located?
Jogiya Basti village is located in Lunkaransar Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jogiya Basti?
The Gram Panchayat of Jogiya Basti is Baderan.
What is the pincode of Jogiya Basti?
The pincode of Jogiya Basti is 334603.
What is the population of Jogiya Basti?
Jogiya Basti has a total population of 3,003, including 1,545 males and 1,458 females.
How many households are there in Jogiya Basti?
There are 520 households in Jogiya Basti.
What is the literacy rate in Jogiya Basti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jogiya Basti is 46.89%. Male literacy is 54.95% and female literacy is 38.34%.