Dhirdesar Chotiyan - Sridungargarh, Bikaner
Dhirdesar Chotiyan is a village situated in the Sridungargarh tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sridungargarh and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Dheerdesar Chotiyan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhirdesar Chotiyan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhirdesar Chotiyan is 069880. The village covers a total geographical area of 5748.02 hectares and falls under the 331803 pincode. Sridungargarh is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Dhirdesar Chotiyan 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 Dhirdesar Chotiyan
According to the 2011 Census, Dhirdesar Chotiyan village had a total population of 5,205 people, including 2,747 males and 2,458 females, living in 776 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.97%, with male literacy at 65.11% and female literacy at 39.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,795, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 5,205 | 2,747 | 2,458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 961 | 526 | 435 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,795 | 952 | 843 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,248 | 1,446 | 802 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,957 | 1,301 | 1,656 |
Nearby Villages of Dhirdesar Chotiyan
Dhirdesar Chotiyan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dhirdesar Chotiyan
Public transport in the Dhirdesar Chotiyan is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dhirdesar Chotiyan is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Dhirdesar Chotiyan is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhirdesar Chotiyan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhirdesar Chotiyan 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 Dhirdesar Chotiyan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhirdesar Chotiyan 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 Dhirdesar Chotiyan
Where is Dhirdesar Chotiyan located?
Dhirdesar Chotiyan village is located in Sridungargarh Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhirdesar Chotiyan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhirdesar Chotiyan is Dheerdesar Chotiyan.
What is the pincode of Dhirdesar Chotiyan?
The pincode of Dhirdesar Chotiyan is 331803.
What is the population of Dhirdesar Chotiyan?
Dhirdesar Chotiyan had a total population of 5,205, including 2,747 males and 2,458 females.
How many households are there in Dhirdesar Chotiyan?
Dhirdesar Chotiyan had 776 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhirdesar Chotiyan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhirdesar Chotiyan was 52.97%. Male literacy was 65.11% and female literacy was 39.64%.