8 A - Anupgarh, Ganganagar
8 A is a village situated in the Anupgarh tehsil of Ganganagar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anupgarh and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Ganganagar. 2 Pgm-b serves as the Gram Panchayat for 8 A village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of 8 A is 065766. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.85 hectares and falls under the 335701 pincode. Anupgarh is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
8 A village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anupgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bikaner Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of 8 A
According to the 2011 Census, 8 A village had a total population of 69 people, including 33 males and 36 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,091 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.70%, with male literacy at 73.08% and female literacy at 35.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55.
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 | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 19 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 14 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of 8 A
8 A is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of 8 A
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the 8 A.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anupgarh to 8 A is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ganganagar to 8 A is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in 8 A
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for 8 A 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in 8 A
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving 8 A 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about 8 A
Where is 8 A located?
8 A village is located in Anupgarh Tehsil, Ganganagar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of 8 A?
The Gram Panchayat of 8 A is 2 Pgm-b.
What is the pincode of 8 A?
The pincode of 8 A is 335701.
What is the population of 8 A?
8 A had a total population of 69, including 33 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in 8 A?
8 A had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in 8 A?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of 8 A was 53.70%. Male literacy was 73.08% and female literacy was 35.71%.