Mahajan - Lunkaransar, Bikaner
Mahajan is a village situated in the Lunkaransar tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lunkaransar and around 111 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Mahajan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahajan is 069228. The village covers a total geographical area of 10852.41 hectares and falls under the 334604 pincode. Bikaner is the nearest town, located about 111 km away.
Mahajan 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 Mahajan
As per Census 2011, Mahajan village has a total population of 7,397 people, consisting of 3,879 males and 3,518 females. The village has 1,224 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,631 literate and 3,766 illiterate residents. Additionally, 645 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahajan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,397 | 3,879 | 3,518 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,156 | 607 | 549 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 645 | 343 | 302 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 3,631 | 2,178 | 1,453 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,766 | 1,701 | 2,065 |
Nearby Villages of Mahajan
Mahajan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghesura | North | 6.90 km |
| Bir Sangreu | South-East | 8.18 km |
| Manoharia | West | 8.43 km |
| Baladesar | North-West | 8.56 km |
| Sherpura | East | 8.89 km |
| Gusaina | West | 9.15 km |
| Mokhapura | South | 9.21 km |
| Ram Bag | North-East | 9.82 km |
| Ratnisar | North-West | 9.87 km |
| Dhani Khoda | East | 9.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahajan
Mahajan 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 82.9 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 Bikaner to Mahajan is about 111 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahajan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahajan 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 Mahajan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahajan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mahajan
Where is Mahajan located?
Mahajan village is located in Lunkaransar Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahajan?
Mahajan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahajan?
The pincode of Mahajan is 334604.
What is the population of Mahajan?
Mahajan has a total population of 7,397, including 3,879 males and 3,518 females.
How many households are there in Mahajan?
There are 1,224 households in Mahajan.
What is the literacy rate in Mahajan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahajan is 49.09%. Male literacy is 56.15% and female literacy is 41.30%.