Derajsar - Sridungargarh, Bikaner
Derajsar is a village situated in the Sridungargarh tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sridungargarh and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Derajsar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Derajsar is 069865. The village covers a total geographical area of 2953 hectares and falls under the 331811 pincode. Sridungargarh is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Derajsar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Derajsar
As per Census 2011, Derajsar village has a total population of 3,858 people, consisting of 2,004 males and 1,854 females. The village has 515 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 775 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,915 literate and 1,943 illiterate residents. Additionally, 622 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Derajsar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,858 | 2,004 | 1,854 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 775 | 410 | 365 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 622 | 307 | 315 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,915 | 1,190 | 725 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,943 | 814 | 1,129 |
Nearby Villages of Derajsar
Derajsar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narsisar | West | 4.44 km |
| Sudsar | South | 4.46 km |
| Gopalsar | North-East | 5.82 km |
| Teu | South-East | 5.95 km |
| Jhanjheu | North | 9.66 km |
| Basi Maiyan | East | 9.70 km |
| Tejrasar | West | 10.03 km |
| Badhnoo | South | 10.46 km |
| Jodhasar | North-East | 10.47 km |
| Gajpura | North-East | 11.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Derajsar
Derajsar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sudsar, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Derajsar is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Derajsar is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Derajsar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Derajsar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Derajsar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Derajsar 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 Derajsar
Where is Derajsar located?
Derajsar village is located in Sridungargarh Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Derajsar?
Derajsar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Derajsar?
The pincode of Derajsar is 331811.
What is the population of Derajsar?
Derajsar has a total population of 3,858, including 2,004 males and 1,854 females.
How many households are there in Derajsar?
There are 515 households in Derajsar.
What is the literacy rate in Derajsar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Derajsar is 49.64%. Male literacy is 59.38% and female literacy is 39.10%.