Bidas - Sujangarh, Churu
Bidas is a village situated in the Sujangarh tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sujangarh and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Randhisar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bidas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bidas is 070780. The village covers a total geographical area of 663.39 hectares and falls under the 331502 pincode. Chhapar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bidas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ratangarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Churu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bidas
As per Census 2011, Bidas village has a total population of 401 people, consisting of 207 males and 194 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 174 literate and 227 illiterate residents. Additionally, 126 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bidas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 401 | 207 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 44 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 60 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 174 | 115 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 92 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Bidas
Bidas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Neemri Charnan | South | 2.49 km |
| Khaliya | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Udasar | North-West | 3.64 km |
| Chuhas | South | 3.72 km |
| Abasar | North-East | 4.10 km |
| Bothiyabas | North-West | 4.56 km |
| Rajpura | South | 4.72 km |
| Neemri Bidawatan | South-East | 4.73 km |
| Rampur | South | 4.74 km |
| Bhanisar Harawatan | East | 5.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bidas
Bidas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Talchhapar, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhapar to Bidas is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Bidas is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bidas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bidas 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 Bidas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bidas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bidas
Where is Bidas located?
Bidas village is located in Sujangarh Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bidas?
The Gram Panchayat of Bidas is Randhisar.
What is the pincode of Bidas?
The pincode of Bidas is 331502.
What is the population of Bidas?
Bidas has a total population of 401, including 207 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Bidas?
There are 65 households in Bidas.
What is the literacy rate in Bidas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bidas is 43.39%. Male literacy is 55.56% and female literacy is 30.41%.