Desalsar Bhatiyan - Nokha, Bikaner
Desalsar Bhatiyan is a village situated in the Nokha tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nokha and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Desalsar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Desalsar Bhatiyan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Desalsar Bhatiyan is 069614. The village covers a total geographical area of 1771 hectares and falls under the 334803 pincode. Nokha is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Desalsar Bhatiyan 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 Desalsar Bhatiyan
According to the 2011 Census, Desalsar Bhatiyan village had a total population of 950 people, including 509 males and 441 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.09%, with male literacy at 67.49% and female literacy at 41.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 950 | 509 | 441 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 106 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 422 | 272 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 528 | 237 | 291 |
Nearby Villages of Desalsar Bhatiyan
Desalsar Bhatiyan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Desalsar Mandlawatan | North-East | 2.98 km |
| Desalsar Purohitan | North | 4.15 km |
| Kisnasar | South-West | 4.36 km |
| Hiyadesar | East | 5.85 km |
| Manyana | North-East | 7.83 km |
| Bhamatsar | North-East | 8.05 km |
| Udasar | South | 8.11 km |
| Kudsu | South | 8.28 km |
| Jangloo | North-West | 8.97 km |
| Govind Nagar | South-East | 9.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Desalsar Bhatiyan
Desalsar Bhatiyan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Surpura, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nokha to Desalsar Bhatiyan is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Desalsar Bhatiyan is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Desalsar Bhatiyan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Desalsar Bhatiyan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Desalsar Bhatiyan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Desalsar Bhatiyan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Desalsar Bhatiyan
Where is Desalsar Bhatiyan located?
Desalsar Bhatiyan village is located in Nokha Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Desalsar Bhatiyan?
The Gram Panchayat of Desalsar Bhatiyan is Desalsar.
What is the pincode of Desalsar Bhatiyan?
The pincode of Desalsar Bhatiyan is 334803.
What is the population of Desalsar Bhatiyan?
Desalsar Bhatiyan had a total population of 950, including 509 males and 441 females.
How many households are there in Desalsar Bhatiyan?
Desalsar Bhatiyan had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Desalsar Bhatiyan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Desalsar Bhatiyan was 55.09%. Male literacy was 67.49% and female literacy was 41.32%.