Bkhtawarpura - Nokha, Bikaner
Bkhtawarpura is a village situated in the Nokha tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nokha and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Kukaniya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bkhtawarpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bkhtawarpura is 069642. The village covers a total geographical area of 635.06 hectares and falls under the 334803 pincode. Nokha is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Bkhtawarpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nokha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bikaner Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bkhtawarpura
According to the 2011 Census, Bkhtawarpura village had a total population of 456 people, including 243 males and 213 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.09%, with male literacy at 74.36% and female literacy at 42.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25.
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 | 456 | 243 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 48 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 221 | 145 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 98 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Bkhtawarpura
Bkhtawarpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Berasar | West | 3.43 km |
| Sinyala | North-East | 3.74 km |
| Kukaniya | North-West | 4.36 km |
| Kakra | South-East | 6.31 km |
| Kurjadi | East | 7.37 km |
| Lalasar | North | 7.52 km |
| Sindhu | North-West | 7.52 km |
| Udsar | East | 7.93 km |
| Mehramsar | North-East | 8.21 km |
| Himmatasar | South | 8.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bkhtawarpura
Bkhtawarpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Surpura, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nokha to Bkhtawarpura is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Bkhtawarpura is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bkhtawarpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bkhtawarpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bkhtawarpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bkhtawarpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bkhtawarpura
Where is Bkhtawarpura located?
Bkhtawarpura village is located in Nokha Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bkhtawarpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Bkhtawarpura is Kukaniya.
What is the pincode of Bkhtawarpura?
The pincode of Bkhtawarpura is 334803.
What is the population of Bkhtawarpura?
Bkhtawarpura had a total population of 456, including 243 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Bkhtawarpura?
Bkhtawarpura had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bkhtawarpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bkhtawarpura was 59.09%. Male literacy was 74.36% and female literacy was 42.46%.