Desalsar Purohitan - Nokha, Bikaner
Desalsar Purohitan 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 Purohitan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Desalsar Purohitan is 069612. The village covers a total geographical area of 2683 hectares and falls under the 334803 pincode. Nokha is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Desalsar Purohitan 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 Purohitan
As per Census 2011, Desalsar Purohitan village has a total population of 2,726 people, consisting of 1,428 males and 1,298 females. The village has 432 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 437 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,578 literate and 1,148 illiterate residents. Additionally, 812 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Desalsar Purohitan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,726 | 1,428 | 1,298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 437 | 232 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 812 | 437 | 375 |
| Literate Population | 1,578 | 957 | 621 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,148 | 471 | 677 |
Nearby Villages of Desalsar Purohitan
Desalsar Purohitan 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 Bhatiyan | South | 4.15 km |
| Desalsar Mandlawatan | South-East | 4.40 km |
| Manyana | North-East | 5.43 km |
| Jangloo | North-West | 5.49 km |
| Kisnasar | South-West | 6.64 km |
| Jegla Gogliyan | North | 7.01 km |
| Jegla Panna Daroga | North | 7.89 km |
| Bhamatsar | East | 8.40 km |
| Hiyadesar | South-East | 8.96 km |
| Sharah Teliya | West | 9.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Desalsar Purohitan
Desalsar Purohitan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Deshnok, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.6 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 Purohitan is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Desalsar Purohitan 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 Purohitan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Desalsar Purohitan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Desalsar Purohitan
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 Purohitan 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 Purohitan
Where is Desalsar Purohitan located?
Desalsar Purohitan village is located in Nokha Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Desalsar Purohitan?
The Gram Panchayat of Desalsar Purohitan is Desalsar.
What is the pincode of Desalsar Purohitan?
The pincode of Desalsar Purohitan is 334803.
What is the population of Desalsar Purohitan?
Desalsar Purohitan has a total population of 2,726, including 1,428 males and 1,298 females.
How many households are there in Desalsar Purohitan?
There are 432 households in Desalsar Purohitan.
What is the literacy rate in Desalsar Purohitan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Desalsar Purohitan is 57.89%. Male literacy is 67.02% and female literacy is 47.84%.