Ram Bag - Lunkaransar, Bikaner
Ram Bag is a village situated in the Lunkaransar tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lunkaransar and around 116 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Rambag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ram Bag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ram Bag is 069223. The village covers a total geographical area of 1517 hectares and falls under the 334604 pincode. Bikaner is the nearest town, located about 116 km away.
Ram Bag 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 Ram Bag
According to the 2011 Census, Ram Bag village had a total population of 1,747 people, including 919 males and 828 females, living in 322 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.00%, with male literacy at 70.94% and female literacy at 47.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 546, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,747 | 919 | 828 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 131 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 546 | 293 | 253 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 903 | 559 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 844 | 360 | 484 |
Nearby Villages of Ram Bag
Ram Bag 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Ranjeetpura | East | 3.09 km |
| Chak Surajpura | North | 3.24 km |
| Ghesura | West | 4.36 km |
| Chak Arjunsar | North-East | 4.72 km |
| Dhani Khoda | South-East | 5.35 km |
| Chak Bhanvariya | North-West | 5.55 km |
| Ranisar | North-East | 7.69 km |
| Lalera Patta Mahajan | West | 7.98 km |
| Mahajan | South-West | 9.82 km |
| Arjunsar | North-East | 9.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ram Bag
Ram Bag is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mahajan, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bikaner to Ram Bag is about 116 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ram Bag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ram Bag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ram Bag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ram Bag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ram Bag
Where is Ram Bag located?
Ram Bag village is located in Lunkaransar Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ram Bag?
The Gram Panchayat of Ram Bag is Rambag.
What is the pincode of Ram Bag?
The pincode of Ram Bag is 334604.
What is the population of Ram Bag?
Ram Bag had a total population of 1,747, including 919 males and 828 females.
How many households are there in Ram Bag?
Ram Bag had 322 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ram Bag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ram Bag was 60.00%. Male literacy was 70.94% and female literacy was 47.98%.