8 Skm-A - Gharsana, Ganganagar
8 Skm-A is a village situated in the Gharsana tehsil of Ganganagar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gharsana and around 175 km from the district headquarters in Ganganagar. 6 Skm -a serves as the Gram Panchayat for 8 Skm-A village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of 8 Skm-A is 066215. The village covers a total geographical area of 455 hectares and falls under the 335707 pincode. Anupgarh is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
8 Skm-A village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of 8 Skm-A
As per Census 2011, 8 Skm-A village has a total population of 821 people, consisting of 422 males and 399 females. The village has 155 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 463 literate and 358 illiterate residents. Additionally, 263 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for 8 Skm-A are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 821 | 422 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 60 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 263 | 130 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 463 | 275 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 147 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of 8 Skm-A
8 Skm-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) |
|---|---|---|
| 8 Skm-b | North-West | 1.05 km |
| 16 Kd-a | South | 2.27 km |
| 6 Skm-b | East | 2.36 km |
| 16 Kd-b | South | 2.60 km |
| 9 Skm-b | North | 2.71 km |
| 18 Kd-a | South-West | 2.84 km |
| 14 Kd | South | 2.84 km |
| 13 Kd-b | South-East | 3.30 km |
| 7 Skm-b | North-East | 3.52 km |
| 13 Kd-a | South-East | 3.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of 8 Skm-A
Public transport in the 8 Skm-A is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Anupgarh, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.2 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 Anupgarh to 8 Skm-A is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ganganagar to 8 Skm-A is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in 8 Skm-A
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for 8 Skm-A village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in 8 Skm-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 Skm-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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about 8 Skm-A
Where is 8 Skm-A located?
8 Skm-A village is located in Gharsana Tehsil, Ganganagar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of 8 Skm-A?
The Gram Panchayat of 8 Skm-A is 6 Skm -a.
What is the pincode of 8 Skm-A?
The pincode of 8 Skm-A is 335707.
What is the population of 8 Skm-A?
8 Skm-A has a total population of 821, including 422 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in 8 Skm-A?
There are 155 households in 8 Skm-A.
What is the literacy rate in 8 Skm-A?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of 8 Skm-A is 56.39%. Male literacy is 65.17% and female literacy is 47.12%.