Sadhuna - Nokha, Bikaner
Sadhuna is a village situated in the Nokha tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nokha and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Sadhuna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sadhuna is 069679. The village covers a total geographical area of 3978.49 hectares and falls under the 334803 pincode. Nokha is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Sadhuna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sadhuna
As per Census 2011, Sadhuna village has a total population of 3,981 people, consisting of 2,063 males and 1,918 females. The village has 621 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 737 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,938 literate and 2,043 illiterate residents. Additionally, 670 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sadhuna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,981 | 2,063 | 1,918 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 737 | 406 | 331 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 670 | 355 | 315 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,938 | 1,170 | 768 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,043 | 893 | 1,150 |
Nearby Villages of Sadhuna
Sadhuna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kahira | South-East | 6.45 km |
| Chittana | South | 7.10 km |
| Sarunda | South-West | 7.23 km |
| Kakkoo | North | 7.24 km |
| Swaroopsar | East | 7.45 km |
| Baasi | South | 10.58 km |
| Taant | East | 11.04 km |
| Jhareli | South-West | 11.90 km |
| Bhadla | North-West | 12.12 km |
| Dawa | North-East | 12.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sadhuna
Public transport in the Sadhuna is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shri Balaji, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.9 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 Sadhuna is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Sadhuna is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sadhuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sadhuna 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sadhuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sadhuna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sadhuna
Where is Sadhuna located?
Sadhuna village is located in Nokha Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sadhuna?
Sadhuna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sadhuna?
The pincode of Sadhuna is 334803.
What is the population of Sadhuna?
Sadhuna has a total population of 3,981, including 2,063 males and 1,918 females.
How many households are there in Sadhuna?
There are 621 households in Sadhuna.
What is the literacy rate in Sadhuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sadhuna is 48.68%. Male literacy is 56.71% and female literacy is 40.04%.