Vikanwas - Reodar, Sirohi
Vikanwas is a village situated in the Reodar tehsil of Sirohi district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Reodar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Sirohi. Jolpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vikanwas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vikanwas is 090279. The village covers a total geographical area of 499.73 hectares and falls under the 307514 pincode. Abu Road is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Vikanwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vikanwas
As per Census 2011, Vikanwas village has a total population of 1,089 people, consisting of 560 males and 529 females. The village has 217 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 396 literate and 693 illiterate residents. Additionally, 193 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 149 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vikanwas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,089 | 560 | 529 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 92 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 193 | 108 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 73 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 396 | 277 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 693 | 283 | 410 |
Nearby Villages of Vikanwas
Vikanwas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Derol | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Ranari | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Malawa | North-East | 2.05 km |
| Rampura | East | 2.69 km |
| Saran Ka Khera | North | 3.15 km |
| Wasan | South-West | 3.59 km |
| Wadka | East | 3.82 km |
| Bhamra | North-East | 4.14 km |
| Jolpur | North-East | 4.56 km |
| Khan | South-West | 4.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vikanwas
Vikanwas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shri Amirgadh, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.5 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Abu Road to Vikanwas is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sirohi to Vikanwas 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 Vikanwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vikanwas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Vikanwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vikanwas 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 Vikanwas
Where is Vikanwas located?
Vikanwas village is located in Reodar Tehsil, Sirohi district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vikanwas?
The Gram Panchayat of Vikanwas is Jolpur.
What is the pincode of Vikanwas?
The pincode of Vikanwas is 307514.
What is the population of Vikanwas?
Vikanwas has a total population of 1,089, including 560 males and 529 females.
How many households are there in Vikanwas?
There are 217 households in Vikanwas.
What is the literacy rate in Vikanwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vikanwas is 36.36%. Male literacy is 49.46% and female literacy is 22.50%.