Surjansar - Sridungargarh, Bikaner
Surjansar 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 93 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Surjansar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surjansar is 069853. The village covers a total geographical area of 1455.27 hectares and falls under the 331801 pincode. Sridungargarh is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Surjansar 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 Surjansar
According to the 2011 Census, Surjansar village had a total population of 3,051 people, including 1,597 males and 1,454 females, living in 458 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.90%, with male literacy at 71.99% and female literacy at 44.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 916.
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 | 3,051 | 1,597 | 1,454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 552 | 308 | 244 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 916 | 487 | 429 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,472 | 928 | 544 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,579 | 669 | 910 |
Nearby Villages of Surjansar
Surjansar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhirdesar Purohitan | South | 2.62 km |
| Udasar Charnan | North-East | 3.92 km |
| Beeramsar | North-West | 5.30 km |
| Lakhansar | North-East | 6.55 km |
| Adsar | East | 6.72 km |
| Udrasar | West | 7.03 km |
| Jalabsar | North-West | 8.28 km |
| Lalasar | South-East | 8.37 km |
| Chak Rajalwara | East | 8.64 km |
| Patam Desar | North-East | 10.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surjansar
Public transport in the Surjansar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Biggabas Ramsara, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Surjansar is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Surjansar is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surjansar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surjansar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Surjansar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surjansar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Surjansar
Where is Surjansar located?
Surjansar village is located in Sridungargarh Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Surjansar?
Surjansar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surjansar?
The pincode of Surjansar is 331801.
What is the population of Surjansar?
Surjansar had a total population of 3,051, including 1,597 males and 1,454 females.
How many households are there in Surjansar?
Surjansar had 458 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surjansar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surjansar was 58.90%. Male literacy was 71.99% and female literacy was 44.96%.