Shrah Manksar - Nokha, Bikaner
Shrah Manksar is a village situated in the Nokha tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nokha and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Ratdiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shrah Manksar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shrah Manksar is 069624. The village covers a total geographical area of 738.64 hectares and falls under the 334803 pincode. Nokha is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Shrah Manksar 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 Shrah Manksar
According to the 2011 Census, Shrah Manksar village had a total population of 488 people, including 246 males and 242 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.35%, with male literacy at 71.36% and female literacy at 44.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 411.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 488 | 246 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 47 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 411 | 204 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 142 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 104 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Shrah Manksar
Shrah Manksar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kumbhasar | South | 2.27 km |
| Ratdiya | West | 2.35 km |
| Sathika | North-West | 3.58 km |
| Lumbasar | South | 4.09 km |
| Dhingasari | North-East | 6.57 km |
| Meghasar | North-West | 7.55 km |
| Dharnok | West | 7.74 km |
| Muridsar | North | 8.54 km |
| Munjasar | North | 9.75 km |
| Bandhala | North | 9.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shrah Manksar
Shrah Manksar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Deshnok, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nokha to Shrah Manksar is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Shrah Manksar 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 Shrah Manksar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shrah Manksar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shrah Manksar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shrah Manksar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shrah Manksar
Where is Shrah Manksar located?
Shrah Manksar village is located in Nokha Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shrah Manksar?
The Gram Panchayat of Shrah Manksar is Ratdiya.
What is the pincode of Shrah Manksar?
The pincode of Shrah Manksar is 334803.
What is the population of Shrah Manksar?
Shrah Manksar had a total population of 488, including 246 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Shrah Manksar?
Shrah Manksar had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shrah Manksar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shrah Manksar was 58.35%. Male literacy was 71.36% and female literacy was 44.74%.