15 Lks - Suratgarh, Ganganagar
15 Lks is a village situated in the Suratgarh tehsil of Ganganagar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Suratgarh and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Ganganagar. Dhaban serves as the Gram Panchayat for 15 Lks village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of 15 Lks is 066714. The village covers a total geographical area of 373 hectares and falls under the 335704 pincode. Pilibanga is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
15 Lks village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of 15 Lks
As per Census 2011, 15 Lks village has a total population of 4,673 people, consisting of 2,427 males and 2,246 females. The village has 806 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 646 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,531 literate and 2,142 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,019 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for 15 Lks are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,673 | 2,427 | 2,246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 646 | 350 | 296 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,019 | 1,033 | 986 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,531 | 1,502 | 1,029 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,142 | 925 | 1,217 |
Nearby Villages of 15 Lks
15 Lks 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 17 Lks | West | 1.14 km |
| 22 Lgw-a | South | 1.18 km |
| 16 Lks | North-West | 1.36 km |
| 30 Mod | North | 1.36 km |
| 28 Mod | North-East | 1.46 km |
| 14 Lks | South-East | 1.71 km |
| 27 Mod-b | North-East | 1.97 km |
| 21 Lgw | South-East | 2.03 km |
| 2 Dbn | North | 2.13 km |
| 5 Dbn | West | 2.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of 15 Lks
15 Lks is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rangmahal, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 142.4 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 Pilibanga to 15 Lks is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ganganagar to 15 Lks is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in 15 Lks
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for 15 Lks village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in 15 Lks
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving 15 Lks village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about 15 Lks
Where is 15 Lks located?
15 Lks village is located in Suratgarh Tehsil, Ganganagar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of 15 Lks?
The Gram Panchayat of 15 Lks is Dhaban.
What is the pincode of 15 Lks?
The pincode of 15 Lks is 335704.
What is the population of 15 Lks?
15 Lks has a total population of 4,673, including 2,427 males and 2,246 females.
How many households are there in 15 Lks?
There are 806 households in 15 Lks.
What is the literacy rate in 15 Lks?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of 15 Lks is 54.16%. Male literacy is 61.89% and female literacy is 45.81%.