Bigga - Sridungargarh, Bikaner
Bigga is a village situated in the Sridungargarh tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sridungargarh and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Bigga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bigga is 069909. The village covers a total geographical area of 8325 hectares and falls under the 331803 pincode. Sridungargarh is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bigga 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 Bigga
As per Census 2011, Bigga village has a total population of 6,638 people, consisting of 3,361 males and 3,277 females. The village has 1,083 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,265 literate and 3,373 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,801 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bigga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,638 | 3,361 | 3,277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,124 | 559 | 565 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,801 | 1,453 | 1,348 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,265 | 1,984 | 1,281 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,373 | 1,377 | 1,996 |
Nearby Villages of Bigga
Bigga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Basi Marnotan | North-West | 5.69 km |
| Kitasar Bidawatan | North-East | 6.06 km |
| Amritwasi | South-East | 8.12 km |
| Surjanwasi | South | 8.32 km |
| Kuntasar | North | 8.58 km |
| Kitasar Bhatiyan | North-East | 9.36 km |
| Indpalsar Raikan | South | 9.45 km |
| Jaisalsar | West | 9.90 km |
| Indpalsar Hirawatan | South | 10.31 km |
| Indpalsar Gusainsar | South | 10.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bigga
Bigga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 79.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sridungargarh to Bigga is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Bigga is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bigga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bigga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bigga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bigga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bigga
Where is Bigga located?
Bigga village is located in Sridungargarh Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bigga?
Bigga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bigga?
The pincode of Bigga is 331803.
What is the population of Bigga?
Bigga has a total population of 6,638, including 3,361 males and 3,277 females.
How many households are there in Bigga?
There are 1,083 households in Bigga.
What is the literacy rate in Bigga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bigga is 49.19%. Male literacy is 59.03% and female literacy is 39.09%.