Punrasar - Sridungargarh, Bikaner
Punrasar is a village situated in the Sridungargarh tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sridungargarh and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Poonrasar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punrasar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punrasar is 069843. The village covers a total geographical area of 9179 hectares and falls under the 331811 pincode. Sridungargarh is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Punrasar 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 Punrasar
As per Census 2011, Punrasar village has a total population of 6,169 people, consisting of 3,279 males and 2,890 females. The village has 781 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,265 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,721 literate and 3,448 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,369 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punrasar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,169 | 3,279 | 2,890 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,265 | 674 | 591 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,369 | 745 | 624 |
| Literate Population | 2,721 | 1,804 | 917 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,448 | 1,475 | 1,973 |
Nearby Villages of Punrasar
Punrasar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajpura | North | 7.26 km |
| Anandpura | West | 7.97 km |
| Rajera | North-West | 8.23 km |
| Samandsar | South-East | 9.34 km |
| Hemera | West | 10.27 km |
| Rupera | North-West | 10.68 km |
| Jhanjheu | South | 11.00 km |
| Kharda | North | 11.97 km |
| Jodhasar | South | 12.50 km |
| Sherera | West | 14.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punrasar
Punrasar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Banisar, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.4 km.
| 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 Punrasar is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Punrasar is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punrasar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punrasar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Punrasar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punrasar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Punrasar
Where is Punrasar located?
Punrasar village is located in Sridungargarh Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punrasar?
The Gram Panchayat of Punrasar is Poonrasar.
What is the pincode of Punrasar?
The pincode of Punrasar is 331811.
What is the population of Punrasar?
Punrasar has a total population of 6,169, including 3,279 males and 2,890 females.
How many households are there in Punrasar?
There are 781 households in Punrasar.
What is the literacy rate in Punrasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punrasar is 44.11%. Male literacy is 55.02% and female literacy is 31.73%.