Samandsar - Sridungargarh, Bikaner
Samandsar is a village situated in the Sridungargarh tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sridungargarh and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Samandsar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samandsar is 069860. The village covers a total geographical area of 6886.89 hectares and falls under the 331811 pincode. Sridungargarh is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Samandsar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Samandsar
As per Census 2011, Samandsar village has a total population of 3,252 people, consisting of 1,745 males and 1,507 females. The village has 444 households and a sex ratio of 863 females per 1,000 males. There are 655 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,195 literate and 2,057 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,010 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samandsar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,252 | 1,745 | 1,507 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 655 | 368 | 287 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,010 | 530 | 480 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,195 | 835 | 360 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,057 | 910 | 1,147 |
Nearby Villages of Samandsar
Samandsar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakhasar | South-East | 5.64 km |
| Jodhasar | South-West | 7.62 km |
| Punrasar | North-West | 9.34 km |
| Jhanjheu | South-West | 9.62 km |
| Gusainsar | North-East | 10.09 km |
| Gajpura | South | 10.85 km |
| Dungargarh | East | 13.45 km |
| Bhojas | South | 13.49 km |
| Gopalsar | South | 13.54 km |
| Hemasar | South-East | 14.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Samandsar
Samandsar 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 55.0 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 Samandsar is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Samandsar is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samandsar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samandsar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Samandsar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samandsar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Samandsar
Where is Samandsar located?
Samandsar village is located in Sridungargarh Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samandsar?
Samandsar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Samandsar?
The pincode of Samandsar is 331811.
What is the population of Samandsar?
Samandsar has a total population of 3,252, including 1,745 males and 1,507 females.
How many households are there in Samandsar?
There are 444 households in Samandsar.
What is the literacy rate in Samandsar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samandsar is 36.75%. Male literacy is 47.85% and female literacy is 23.89%.