Information : Bikaner was founded in 1488 by a descendant of the founder of Jodhpur named Rao Bhikaji. The city is encircled by high fortifications comprising a 7 km long wall which bounds the old city and has 5 entrances. All these were established in the 18th century. Bikaner, the sprawling desert city of Rajasthan is an interesting site of traditional Rajasthani attractions, Lalgarh Palace - Bikanerwell-fed camels and citadels. This camel country is also famous for its exotic camel safaris, its gorgeous forts and the worship of thousands of holy rats at Mata Kali temple.
Facts & Figures :
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| State |
Rajasthan |
| Location |
western Rajasthan, |
| Average annual rainfall |
10 inches |
| Area |
30247.90sq. kms |
| Area under Forests |
812.62 sq. kms |
| Latitude |
27.11' to 29.03' N |
| Longitude |
71.54' to 74.22' E |
| Temperature |
Max.: 47 °C, Min.: 0.8 °C |
| Average Rainfall |
20.94 mm |
| No. of Sub-Divisions |
5 |
| No. of Tehsils |
8 |
| No. of Villages |
889 |
| Total Population |
19.02 lacs |
| Male |
10.03 lacs |
| Female |
8.99 lacs |
| Population Density |
61 per sq. kms |
| Literacy Rate |
57.54% |
| STD Code |
0151 |
| Languages Spoken |
Hindi, Marwari, English |
| Best time to visit |
Preferable to travel during the winter months |
How to reach bikaner:
By Air : Jodhpur is the nearest airport. The airport is easily accessible by road.
By Rail : Bikaner has number of train links to connect it with the major cities of India.
By Road : It is well linked with the big and small cities of India by the national highways and other roadways.
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