8 Blw - Pilibanga, Hanumangarh
8 Blw is a village situated in the Pilibanga tehsil of Hanumangarh district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pilibanga and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Hanumangarh. Khotan Wali serves as the Gram Panchayat for 8 Blw village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of 8 Blw is 067959. The village covers a total geographical area of 222 hectares and falls under the 335803 pincode. Ganganagar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
8 Blw village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pilibanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ganganagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of 8 Blw
According to the 2011 Census, 8 Blw village had a total population of 116 people, including 63 males and 53 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 841 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.81%, with male literacy at 85.45% and female literacy at 73.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23.
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 | 116 | 63 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 47 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 16 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of 8 Blw
8 Blw 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 49 Llw | North | 1.54 km |
| 9 Blw | South | 1.83 km |
| 10 Blw | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Sardarpura Barani | West | 2.31 km |
| 54 Lnp | West | 2.31 km |
| 84 Lnp | North | 2.53 km |
| 53 Lnp | North-West | 2.87 km |
| 62 Lnp | South-West | 2.93 km |
| 7 Blw | East | 2.99 km |
| 49 Lnp | North | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of 8 Blw
Public transport in the 8 Blw 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 150.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ganganagar to 8 Blw is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hanumangarh to 8 Blw is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in 8 Blw
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for 8 Blw village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in 8 Blw
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 Blw 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about 8 Blw
Where is 8 Blw located?
8 Blw village is located in Pilibanga Tehsil, Hanumangarh district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of 8 Blw?
The Gram Panchayat of 8 Blw is Khotan Wali.
What is the pincode of 8 Blw?
The pincode of 8 Blw is 335803.
What is the population of 8 Blw?
8 Blw had a total population of 116, including 63 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in 8 Blw?
8 Blw had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in 8 Blw?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of 8 Blw was 79.81%. Male literacy was 85.45% and female literacy was 73.47%.