Kuntasar - Sridungargarh, Bikaner
Kuntasar is a village situated in the Sridungargarh tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sridungargarh and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Kuntasar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuntasar is 069886. The village covers a total geographical area of 1459.35 hectares and falls under the 331803 pincode. Sridungargarh is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kuntasar 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 Kuntasar
As per Census 2011, Kuntasar village has a total population of 2,721 people, consisting of 1,407 males and 1,314 females. The village has 371 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 524 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,206 literate and 1,515 illiterate residents. Additionally, 858 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuntasar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,721 | 1,407 | 1,314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 524 | 253 | 271 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 858 | 446 | 412 |
| Literate Population | 1,206 | 797 | 409 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,515 | 610 | 905 |
Nearby Villages of Kuntasar
Kuntasar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rewada | North-East | 2.89 km |
| Basi Marnotan | South-West | 5.57 km |
| Kitasar Bidawatan | South-East | 7.38 km |
| Kitasar Bhatiyan | South-East | 8.23 km |
| Bigga | South | 8.58 km |
| Toliyasar | West | 9.39 km |
| Lalasar | North | 10.29 km |
| Dhirdesar Purohitan | North | 12.09 km |
| Jaisalsar | South-West | 12.77 km |
| Adsar | North | 13.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kuntasar
Kuntasar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Biggabas Ramsara, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.6 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 Kuntasar is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Kuntasar is about 98 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 Kuntasar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuntasar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kuntasar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuntasar 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 Kuntasar
Where is Kuntasar located?
Kuntasar village is located in Sridungargarh Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuntasar?
Kuntasar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kuntasar?
The pincode of Kuntasar is 331803.
What is the population of Kuntasar?
Kuntasar has a total population of 2,721, including 1,407 males and 1,314 females.
How many households are there in Kuntasar?
There are 371 households in Kuntasar.
What is the literacy rate in Kuntasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuntasar is 44.32%. Male literacy is 56.65% and female literacy is 31.13%.