Ghattu - Nokha, Bikaner
Ghattu is a village situated in the Nokha tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nokha and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Salundiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghattu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghattu is 069639. The village covers a total geographical area of 2674.37 hectares and falls under the 334801 pincode. Nokha is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Ghattu 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 Ghattu
As per Census 2011, Ghattu village has a total population of 3,148 people, consisting of 1,646 males and 1,502 females. The village has 407 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 645 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,268 literate and 1,880 illiterate residents. Additionally, 643 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghattu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,148 | 1,646 | 1,502 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 645 | 318 | 327 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 643 | 360 | 283 |
| Literate Population | 1,268 | 815 | 453 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,880 | 831 | 1,049 |
Nearby Villages of Ghattu
Ghattu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ankhisar | East | 4.13 km |
| Salundiya | West | 5.17 km |
| Somalsar | South | 6.47 km |
| Sinjguru | North | 6.57 km |
| Nimbdiyasar | East | 7.11 km |
| Madiya | South-West | 7.74 km |
| Talwa | South-East | 7.85 km |
| Manaksar | North | 8.73 km |
| Berasar | North-East | 9.46 km |
| Maiyasar | South-East | 9.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghattu
Ghattu 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 46.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nokha to Ghattu is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Ghattu is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghattu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghattu 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 Ghattu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghattu 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 Ghattu
Where is Ghattu located?
Ghattu village is located in Nokha Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghattu?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghattu is Salundiya.
What is the pincode of Ghattu?
The pincode of Ghattu is 334801.
What is the population of Ghattu?
Ghattu has a total population of 3,148, including 1,646 males and 1,502 females.
How many households are there in Ghattu?
There are 407 households in Ghattu.
What is the literacy rate in Ghattu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghattu is 40.28%. Male literacy is 49.51% and female literacy is 30.16%.