Barjangsar - Sridungargarh, Bikaner
Barjangsar is a village situated in the Sridungargarh tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sridungargarh and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Barjangsar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barjangsar is 069938. The village covers a total geographical area of 3119.03 hectares and falls under the 331803 pincode. Sridungargarh is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Barjangsar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dungargarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bikaner Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barjangsar
According to the 2011 Census, Barjangsar village had a total population of 3,413 people, including 1,783 males and 1,630 females, living in 504 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.07%, with male literacy at 74.62% and female literacy at 42.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 527, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 3,413 | 1,783 | 1,630 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 669 | 349 | 320 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 527 | 287 | 240 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,621 | 1,070 | 551 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,792 | 713 | 1,079 |
Nearby Villages of Barjangsar
Barjangsar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kunpalsar | South-West | 3.99 km |
| Ranasar Narukan | West | 4.64 km |
| Ranasar Hansawatan | West | 6.08 km |
| Bairasar | South-East | 6.31 km |
| Soniyasar Mithiya | South-West | 6.75 km |
| Dhaneru | East | 7.24 km |
| Jakhasar | North-West | 7.33 km |
| Badela | North-East | 7.93 km |
| Keu | North-West | 8.80 km |
| Soniyasar Godaran | South-West | 9.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barjangsar
Public transport in the Barjangsar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bigga, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.8 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 Sridungargarh to Barjangsar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Barjangsar is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barjangsar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barjangsar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barjangsar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barjangsar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barjangsar
Where is Barjangsar located?
Barjangsar village is located in Sridungargarh Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barjangsar?
Barjangsar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barjangsar?
The pincode of Barjangsar is 331803.
What is the population of Barjangsar?
Barjangsar had a total population of 3,413, including 1,783 males and 1,630 females.
How many households are there in Barjangsar?
Barjangsar had 504 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barjangsar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barjangsar was 59.07%. Male literacy was 74.62% and female literacy was 42.06%.