8 K-A - Anupgarh, Ganganagar
8 K-A is a village situated in the Anupgarh tehsil of Ganganagar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anupgarh and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Ganganagar. 8 K-b serves as the Gram Panchayat for 8 K-A village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of 8 K-A is 065730. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.98 hectares and falls under the 335711 pincode. Anupgarh is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
8 K-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 K-A
According to the 2011 Census, 8 K-A village had a total population of 134 people, including 70 males and 64 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.39%, with male literacy at 67.24% and female literacy at 59.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 134 | 70 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 31 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of 8 K-A
8 K-A 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 6 K-b | South-East | 0.83 km |
| 8 K-b | West | 0.90 km |
| 7 Ka | North-East | 1.50 km |
| 13 P | South-West | 2.13 km |
| 9 K-a | West | 2.38 km |
| 6 K-a | East | 2.42 km |
| 23 A-a | North | 2.65 km |
| 21 A | North-East | 2.87 km |
| 7 K-b | North-West | 3.25 km |
| 5 K-a | East | 3.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of 8 K-A
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the 8 K-A. The nearest railway station is Anupgarh, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anupgarh to 8 K-A is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ganganagar to 8 K-A is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in 8 K-A
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for 8 K-A 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in 8 K-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 K-A village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about 8 K-A
Where is 8 K-A located?
8 K-A village is located in Anupgarh Tehsil, Ganganagar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of 8 K-A?
The Gram Panchayat of 8 K-A is 8 K-b.
What is the pincode of 8 K-A?
The pincode of 8 K-A is 335711.
What is the population of 8 K-A?
8 K-A had a total population of 134, including 70 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in 8 K-A?
8 K-A had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in 8 K-A?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of 8 K-A was 63.39%. Male literacy was 67.24% and female literacy was 59.26%.