Sanwatsar - Sridungargarh, Bikaner
Sanwatsar is a village situated in the Sridungargarh tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sridungargarh and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Sanwatsar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanwatsar is 069899. The village covers a total geographical area of 3441 hectares and falls under the 331811 pincode. Sridungargarh is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Sanwatsar 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 Sanwatsar
As per Census 2011, Sanwatsar village has a total population of 4,980 people, consisting of 2,636 males and 2,344 females. The village has 609 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,509 literate and 2,471 illiterate residents. Additionally, 614 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sanwatsar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,980 | 2,636 | 2,344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,103 | 579 | 524 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 614 | 343 | 271 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,509 | 1,582 | 927 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,471 | 1,054 | 1,417 |
Nearby Villages of Sanwatsar
Sanwatsar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Teu | North-West | 5.84 km |
| Kotasar | North-East | 5.96 km |
| Badhnoo | West | 6.29 km |
| Dusarna Pipasariya | North-East | 8.82 km |
| Basi Maiyan | North | 8.88 km |
| Sudsar | North-West | 9.34 km |
| Lalam Desar Bara | South-West | 9.93 km |
| Dusarna Bara | North-East | 10.41 km |
| Lalam Desar Chhota | South-West | 11.14 km |
| Derajsar | North-West | 11.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sanwatsar
Sanwatsar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sudsar, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sridungargarh to Sanwatsar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Sanwatsar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sanwatsar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanwatsar 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 Sanwatsar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanwatsar 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sanwatsar
Where is Sanwatsar located?
Sanwatsar village is located in Sridungargarh Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sanwatsar?
Sanwatsar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sanwatsar?
The pincode of Sanwatsar is 331811.
What is the population of Sanwatsar?
Sanwatsar has a total population of 4,980, including 2,636 males and 2,344 females.
How many households are there in Sanwatsar?
There are 609 households in Sanwatsar.
What is the literacy rate in Sanwatsar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanwatsar is 50.38%. Male literacy is 60.02% and female literacy is 39.55%.