Munjasar - Nokha, Bikaner
Munjasar is a village situated in the Nokha tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nokha and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Dheengsari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Munjasar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Munjasar is 069620. The village covers a total geographical area of 2128 hectares and falls under the 334803 pincode. Nokha is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Munjasar 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 Munjasar
As per Census 2011, Munjasar village has a total population of 1,007 people, consisting of 527 males and 480 females. The village has 157 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 195 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 461 literate and 546 illiterate residents. Additionally, 261 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Munjasar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,007 | 527 | 480 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 96 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 261 | 144 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 461 | 293 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 546 | 234 | 312 |
Nearby Villages of Munjasar
Munjasar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Muridsar | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Bandhala | East | 4.56 km |
| Meghasar | South-West | 5.50 km |
| Siyana Sutharan | West | 5.53 km |
| Jaisingh Desar Magra | North-East | 5.65 km |
| Sathika | South | 6.41 km |
| Siyana Kabadiyan | North-West | 6.86 km |
| Siyana Charnan | North-West | 7.41 km |
| Sharah Teliya | East | 7.85 km |
| Siyana Sakhlan | North | 8.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Munjasar
Munjasar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kolayat, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Munjasar is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Munjasar is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Munjasar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Munjasar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Munjasar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Munjasar 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 Munjasar
Where is Munjasar located?
Munjasar village is located in Nokha Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Munjasar?
The Gram Panchayat of Munjasar is Dheengsari.
What is the pincode of Munjasar?
The pincode of Munjasar is 334803.
What is the population of Munjasar?
Munjasar has a total population of 1,007, including 527 males and 480 females.
How many households are there in Munjasar?
There are 157 households in Munjasar.
What is the literacy rate in Munjasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Munjasar is 45.78%. Male literacy is 55.60% and female literacy is 35.00%.