Sinjguru - Nokha, Bikaner
Sinjguru is a village situated in the Nokha tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nokha and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Sinjguru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sinjguru is 069607. The village covers a total geographical area of 5406 hectares and falls under the 334801 pincode. Nokha is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sinjguru 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 Sinjguru
As per Census 2011, Sinjguru village has a total population of 4,738 people, consisting of 2,463 males and 2,275 females. The village has 756 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 972 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,831 literate and 2,907 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,061 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sinjguru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,738 | 2,463 | 2,275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 972 | 509 | 463 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,061 | 558 | 503 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,831 | 1,220 | 611 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,907 | 1,243 | 1,664 |
Nearby Villages of Sinjguru
Sinjguru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manaksar | North-East | 4.63 km |
| Bhom Kirtasar | North-East | 5.18 km |
| Kirtasar | North | 5.42 km |
| Surpura | West | 5.51 km |
| Ghattu | South | 6.57 km |
| Salundiya | South | 7.43 km |
| Morkhana Athuna | North | 7.93 km |
| Ankhisar | South-East | 8.27 km |
| Sindhu | North-East | 9.19 km |
| Berasar | East | 9.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sinjguru
Sinjguru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Surpura, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nokha to Sinjguru is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Sinjguru is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sinjguru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sinjguru 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 Sinjguru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sinjguru 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 Sinjguru
Where is Sinjguru located?
Sinjguru village is located in Nokha Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sinjguru?
Sinjguru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sinjguru?
The pincode of Sinjguru is 334801.
What is the population of Sinjguru?
Sinjguru has a total population of 4,738, including 2,463 males and 2,275 females.
How many households are there in Sinjguru?
There are 756 households in Sinjguru.
What is the literacy rate in Sinjguru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sinjguru is 38.64%. Male literacy is 49.53% and female literacy is 26.86%.