Himmatasar - Nokha, Bikaner
Himmatasar is a village situated in the Nokha tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nokha and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Himmatasar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Himmatasar is 069654. The village covers a total geographical area of 4289.9 hectares and falls under the 334802 pincode. Nokha is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Himmatasar 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 Himmatasar
As per Census 2011, Himmatasar village has a total population of 6,243 people, consisting of 3,240 males and 3,003 females. The village has 980 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,061 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,570 literate and 2,673 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,857 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Himmatasar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,243 | 3,240 | 3,003 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,061 | 577 | 484 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,857 | 970 | 887 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,570 | 2,111 | 1,459 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,673 | 1,129 | 1,544 |
Nearby Villages of Himmatasar
Himmatasar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mukam | South-West | 3.54 km |
| Nimbdiyasar | West | 3.97 km |
| Kakra | North-East | 4.58 km |
| Badh Kakra | South-East | 4.91 km |
| Talwa | South-West | 5.53 km |
| Dhunpaliya | South | 6.13 km |
| Ankhisar | West | 7.26 km |
| Chainasar | South-East | 8.03 km |
| Berasar | North-West | 8.33 km |
| Khichiyasar | South | 8.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Himmatasar
Himmatasar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nokha, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Himmatasar is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Himmatasar is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Himmatasar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Himmatasar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Himmatasar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Himmatasar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Himmatasar
Where is Himmatasar located?
Himmatasar village is located in Nokha Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Himmatasar?
Himmatasar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Himmatasar?
The pincode of Himmatasar is 334802.
What is the population of Himmatasar?
Himmatasar has a total population of 6,243, including 3,240 males and 3,003 females.
How many households are there in Himmatasar?
There are 980 households in Himmatasar.
What is the literacy rate in Himmatasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Himmatasar is 57.18%. Male literacy is 65.15% and female literacy is 48.58%.