Jaitasar - Sridungargarh, Bikaner
Jaitasar is a village situated in the Sridungargarh tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sridungargarh and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Jaitasar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaitasar is 069874. The village covers a total geographical area of 5815.3 hectares and falls under the 331803 pincode. Sridungargarh is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Jaitasar 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 Jaitasar
According to the 2011 Census, Jaitasar village had a total population of 3,205 people, including 1,630 males and 1,575 females, living in 480 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.33%, with male literacy at 72.60% and female literacy at 41.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 770, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 3,205 | 1,630 | 1,575 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 594 | 316 | 278 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 770 | 388 | 382 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,497 | 954 | 543 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,708 | 676 | 1,032 |
Nearby Villages of Jaitasar
Jaitasar 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 Jaitasar
Jaitasar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Jaitasar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sridungargarh to Jaitasar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Jaitasar is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaitasar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaitasar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jaitasar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaitasar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jaitasar
Where is Jaitasar located?
Jaitasar village is located in Sridungargarh Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jaitasar?
Jaitasar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jaitasar?
The pincode of Jaitasar is 331803.
What is the population of Jaitasar?
Jaitasar had a total population of 3,205, including 1,630 males and 1,575 females.
How many households are there in Jaitasar?
Jaitasar had 480 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaitasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaitasar was 57.33%. Male literacy was 72.60% and female literacy was 41.87%.