Begas - Kalwar, Jaipur
Begas is a village situated in the Kalwar tehsil of Jaipur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from Jaipur and around 30 km from Jaipur. Begus serves as the Gram Panchayat for Begas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Begas is 080215. The village covers a total geographical area of 1752 hectares and falls under the 303007 pincode. Bagru is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Begas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhotwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaipur Rural Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Begas
As per Census 2011, Begas village has a total population of 5,149 people, consisting of 2,617 males and 2,532 females. The village has 727 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 740 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,190 literate and 1,959 illiterate residents. Additionally, 556 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 409 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Begas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,149 | 2,617 | 2,532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 740 | 406 | 334 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 556 | 293 | 263 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 409 | 212 | 197 |
| Literate Population | 3,190 | 1,894 | 1,296 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,959 | 723 | 1,236 |
Nearby Villages of Begas
Begas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramsingh Pura | South | 2.66 km |
| Chak Begas | South-East | 2.69 km |
| Baseri | North | 3.04 km |
| Kanarpura @ Khanga Ki Dhani | North-East | 3.48 km |
| Achanchukya | South | 3.49 km |
| Shyosinghpura @ Shyopura | North-East | 3.49 km |
| Barh Fatehpura | East | 4.01 km |
| Fatehpura | East | 4.03 km |
| Keshyawala | North-East | 4.30 km |
| Mansinghpura | South-East | 4.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Begas
Begas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bobas, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bagru to Begas is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaipur to Begas is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Begas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Begas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Begas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Begas 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 Begas
Where is Begas located?
Begas village is located in Kalwar Tehsil, Jaipur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Begas?
The Gram Panchayat of Begas is Begus.
What is the pincode of Begas?
The pincode of Begas is 303007.
What is the population of Begas?
Begas has a total population of 5,149, including 2,617 males and 2,532 females.
How many households are there in Begas?
There are 727 households in Begas.
What is the literacy rate in Begas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Begas is 61.95%. Male literacy is 72.37% and female literacy is 51.18%.