Taant - Nokha, Bikaner
Taant is a village situated in the Nokha tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nokha and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Kedli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taant is 069682. The village covers a total geographical area of 1512 hectares and falls under the 334803 pincode. Nokha is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Taant village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Taant
As per Census 2011, Taant village has a total population of 1,425 people, consisting of 706 males and 719 females. The village has 252 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 247 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 716 literate and 709 illiterate residents. Additionally, 319 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Taant are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,425 | 706 | 719 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 114 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 319 | 162 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 716 | 444 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 709 | 262 | 447 |
Nearby Villages of Taant
Taant 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kedli | South-East | 3.79 km |
| Swaroopsar | South-West | 4.30 km |
| Bandhra | North-East | 5.03 km |
| Silwa | North-East | 6.52 km |
| Kalri | South-East | 7.27 km |
| Jakhaniya | East | 7.52 km |
| Dawa | North | 8.26 km |
| Kahira | South-West | 8.36 km |
| Khariya | North-East | 9.01 km |
| Moolwas | North | 9.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Taant
Taant is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Shri Balaji, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.8 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 Taant is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Taant is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taant 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Taant
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taant 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 Taant
Where is Taant located?
Taant village is located in Nokha Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taant?
The Gram Panchayat of Taant is Kedli.
What is the pincode of Taant?
The pincode of Taant is 334803.
What is the population of Taant?
Taant has a total population of 1,425, including 706 males and 719 females.
How many households are there in Taant?
There are 252 households in Taant.
What is the literacy rate in Taant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taant is 50.25%. Male literacy is 62.89% and female literacy is 37.83%.