1 Dam - Vijainagar, Ganganagar
1 Dam is a village situated in the Vijainagar tehsil of Ganganagar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijainagar and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Ganganagar. 6 Apd serves as the Gram Panchayat for 1 Dam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of 1 Dam is 066415. The village covers a total geographical area of 277 hectares and falls under the 335704 pincode. Vijainagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
1 Dam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raisingh Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ganganagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of 1 Dam
As per Census 2011, 1 Dam village has a total population of 589 people, consisting of 306 males and 283 females. The village has 121 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 324 literate and 265 illiterate residents. Additionally, 395 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for 1 Dam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 589 | 306 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 41 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 395 | 202 | 193 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 324 | 198 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 108 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of 1 Dam
1 Dam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 13 Bld-c | South | 1.04 km |
| 10 Bld | North-East | 1.24 km |
| 2 Dam | West | 1.40 km |
| 12 Bld | South-East | 1.68 km |
| 11 Bld | East | 1.76 km |
| 13 Bld-a | West | 2.14 km |
| 3 Dam | North | 2.15 km |
| 7 Bld | North | 2.23 km |
| 13 Bld-b | South-West | 2.51 km |
| 13 Bld | South | 2.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of 1 Dam
Public transport in the 1 Dam is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shri Vijainagar, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Vijainagar to 1 Dam is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ganganagar to 1 Dam is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in 1 Dam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for 1 Dam 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 1 Dam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving 1 Dam 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about 1 Dam
Where is 1 Dam located?
1 Dam village is located in Vijainagar Tehsil, Ganganagar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of 1 Dam?
The Gram Panchayat of 1 Dam is 6 Apd.
What is the pincode of 1 Dam?
The pincode of 1 Dam is 335704.
What is the population of 1 Dam?
1 Dam has a total population of 589, including 306 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in 1 Dam?
There are 121 households in 1 Dam.
What is the literacy rate in 1 Dam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of 1 Dam is 55.01%. Male literacy is 64.71% and female literacy is 44.52%.