Pithrasar Village - Nokha, Bikaner
Pithrasar is a village situated in the Nokha tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nokha and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Pitharasar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pithrasar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pithrasar is 069575. The village covers a total geographical area of 3977 hectares and falls under the 334803 pincode. Nokha is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Pithrasar 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 Pithrasar
As per Census 2011, Pithrasar village has a total population of 3,320 people, consisting of 1,736 males and 1,584 females. The village has 510 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 658 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,462 literate and 1,858 illiterate residents. Additionally, 975 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pithrasar are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,320 | 1,736 | 1,584 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 658 | 354 | 304 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 975 | 516 | 459 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,462 | 961 | 501 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,858 | 775 | 1,083 |
Nearby Villages of Pithrasar
Pithrasar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jaisingh Desar Magra | South-West | 5.66 km |
| Basi | North-West | 6.01 km |
| Jangloo | South-East | 6.48 km |
| Sharah Teliya | South | 6.58 km |
| Bandhala | South-West | 8.04 km |
| Barsingsar | North | 9.67 km |
| Jegla Gogliyan | East | 9.80 km |
| Siyana Sakhlan | West | 10.10 km |
| Lalamdesar | North | 10.45 km |
| Muridsar | South-West | 10.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pithrasar
Pithrasar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Palana, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.4 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 Pithrasar is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Pithrasar is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pithrasar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pithrasar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pithrasar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pithrasar 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 Pithrasar
Where is Pithrasar located?
Pithrasar village is located in Nokha Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pithrasar?
The Gram Panchayat of Pithrasar is Pitharasar.
What is the pincode of Pithrasar?
The pincode of Pithrasar is 334803.
What is the population of Pithrasar?
Pithrasar has a total population of 3,320, including 1,736 males and 1,584 females.
How many households are there in Pithrasar?
There are 510 households in Pithrasar.
What is the literacy rate in Pithrasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pithrasar is 44.04%. Male literacy is 55.36% and female literacy is 31.63%.