Gusainsar - Sridungargarh, Bikaner
Gusainsar is a village situated in the Sridungargarh tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sridungargarh and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Gusainsar Bada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gusainsar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gusainsar is 069858. The village covers a total geographical area of 8594.42 hectares and falls under the 331803 pincode. Sridungargarh is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Gusainsar 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 Gusainsar
According to the 2011 Census, Gusainsar village had a total population of 4,924 people, including 2,544 males and 2,380 females, living in 737 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.35%, with male literacy at 69.65% and female literacy at 41.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,301.
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 | 4,924 | 2,544 | 2,380 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 938 | 465 | 473 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,301 | 658 | 643 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,246 | 1,448 | 798 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,678 | 1,096 | 1,582 |
Nearby Villages of Gusainsar
Gusainsar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dholiya | East | 6.94 km |
| Samandsar | South-West | 10.09 km |
| Dungargarh | South-East | 11.67 km |
| Lakhasar | South-West | 11.99 km |
| Ranwasar | North | 12.21 km |
| Udrasar | North-East | 12.28 km |
| Adsar | North-West | 13.82 km |
| Chandsar | North | 14.33 km |
| Bas Karnisar | North | 15.31 km |
| Toliyasar | South-East | 15.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gusainsar
Gusainsar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sri Dungargarh, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.6 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 Gusainsar is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Gusainsar 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 Gusainsar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gusainsar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gusainsar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gusainsar 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gusainsar
Where is Gusainsar located?
Gusainsar village is located in Sridungargarh Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gusainsar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gusainsar is Gusainsar Bada.
What is the pincode of Gusainsar?
The pincode of Gusainsar is 331803.
What is the population of Gusainsar?
Gusainsar had a total population of 4,924, including 2,544 males and 2,380 females.
How many households are there in Gusainsar?
Gusainsar had 737 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gusainsar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gusainsar was 56.35%. Male literacy was 69.65% and female literacy was 41.85%.