8 Km - Rawatsar, Hanumangarh
8 Km is a village situated in the Rawatsar tehsil of Hanumangarh district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rawatsar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Hanumangarh. Budhwaliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for 8 Km village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of 8 Km is 068434. The village covers a total geographical area of 256.27 hectares and falls under the 335524 pincode. Rawatsar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
8 Km 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 Km
According to the 2011 Census, 8 Km village had a total population of 593 people, including 304 males and 289 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.22%, with male literacy at 81.29% and female literacy at 54.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 302.
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 | 593 | 304 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 26 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 302 | 156 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 365 | 226 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 78 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of 8 Km
8 Km 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 4 Spm | South | 1.99 km |
| 10 Km | West | 2.46 km |
| Thalarka Barani | North | 2.51 km |
| 9 Km | North-West | 2.52 km |
| 2 Tkm | North | 2.55 km |
| 11 Km | South-West | 2.72 km |
| 3 Spm | South-East | 2.89 km |
| 10 Bpm | West | 3.21 km |
| 21 Rwd | East | 3.79 km |
| 19 Rwd | North-East | 3.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of 8 Km
8 Km is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhukarka, while the nearest airport is Hissar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Rawatsar to 8 Km is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hanumangarh to 8 Km is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in 8 Km
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for 8 Km 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 Km
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 Km village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about 8 Km
Where is 8 Km located?
8 Km village is located in Rawatsar Tehsil, Hanumangarh district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of 8 Km?
The Gram Panchayat of 8 Km is Budhwaliya.
What is the pincode of 8 Km?
The pincode of 8 Km is 335524.
What is the population of 8 Km?
8 Km had a total population of 593, including 304 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in 8 Km?
8 Km had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in 8 Km?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of 8 Km was 68.22%. Male literacy was 81.29% and female literacy was 54.09%.