Nathusar - Nokha, Bikaner
Nathusar is a village situated in the Nokha tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nokha and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Nathusar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nathusar is 069628. The village covers a total geographical area of 8465 hectares and falls under the 334804 pincode. Nokha is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Nathusar 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 Nathusar
As per Census 2011, Nathusar village has a total population of 5,279 people, consisting of 2,793 males and 2,486 females. The village has 766 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,295 literate and 2,984 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,222 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 71 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nathusar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,279 | 2,793 | 2,486 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,146 | 606 | 540 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,222 | 628 | 594 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 36 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 2,295 | 1,558 | 737 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,984 | 1,235 | 1,749 |
Nearby Villages of Nathusar
Nathusar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sharah Panchoo | South-East | 4.63 km |
| Sainsar | West | 5.56 km |
| Teliyasar | South-East | 6.67 km |
| Tardo Ki Basti | South | 7.14 km |
| Lumbasar | North-East | 7.81 km |
| Kumbhasar | North-East | 9.18 km |
| Hanuman Nagar | South-West | 9.19 km |
| Ratdiya | North | 10.77 km |
| Shrah Manksar | North | 11.03 km |
| Dharnok | North-West | 11.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nathusar
Nathusar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Diyatara Road, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nathusar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Nathusar is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nathusar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nathusar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nathusar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nathusar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nathusar
Where is Nathusar located?
Nathusar village is located in Nokha Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nathusar?
Nathusar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nathusar?
The pincode of Nathusar is 334804.
What is the population of Nathusar?
Nathusar has a total population of 5,279, including 2,793 males and 2,486 females.
How many households are there in Nathusar?
There are 766 households in Nathusar.
What is the literacy rate in Nathusar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nathusar is 43.47%. Male literacy is 55.78% and female literacy is 29.65%.