Bidsar facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bidsar
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 Bidsar
Location in Rajasthan
Bidsar
Location in India
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| Country |  India |
| State | Rajasthan |
| District | Sikar |
| Government | |
| • Body | Panchayat |
| Elevation | 424.24 m (1,391.86 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,547 |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Hindi |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| PIN |
332316
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| Telephone code | 91-1573 |
| ISO 3166 code | RJ-IN |
| Vehicle registration | RJ-23 |
| Nearest city | Nawalgarh and Laxmangarh |
| Distance from Nawalgarh | 6 kilometres (3.7 mi) (land) |
| Distance from Sikar | 36 kilometres (22 mi) (land) |
| Distance from Jhunjhunu | 45 kilometres (28 mi) (land) |
| Distance from Dundlod | 7 kilometres (4.3 mi) (land) |
| Distance from Birodi Bari | 3 kilometres (1.9 mi) (land) |
| Avg. summer temperature | 46-48 °C |
| Avg. winter temperature | 0-1 °C |
Bidsar, also known as Beedsar, is a village in the Rajasthan state of India. It is located in the Sikar district, within the Laxmangarh administrative area. The village is about 21 kilometers east of Laxmangarh and 6 kilometers from Nawalgarh. In 2011, Bidsar had a population of 1,547 people.
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Village History
Before India became independent, the Garhwal Jats lived in Bidsar. It is believed that a person named Bida was the one who started the village of Bidsar. The village was mainly home to the Garhwal group of Jats.
Village Life and Economy
About 80% of the people in Bidsar, which is around 1500 individuals, work in farming. The village's farming depends a lot on the monsoon rains. However, many farms now use artesian wells to water their crops.
Bidsar's Climate
Bidsar has very hot summers and a chilly winter season. The air is usually dry, except during the short monsoon period. Temperatures in summer can be very high, while winters can get quite cold.
Getting Around Bidsar
Bidsar is connected to Laxmangarh and Nawalgarh by a paved road. The closest train station is Nawalgarh Railway station, which is about 8 kilometers from Bidsar. This station has good connections to big cities like Jaipur and Delhi.
In the past, people mostly used camel carts and bullock carts to travel. Now, bicycles and other vehicles are more common. Many villagers used to walk to nearby places like Nawalgarh.
Education in Bidsar
The people of Bidsar are very focused on education. Villagers say that almost everyone can read and write. All children in the village now go to school. Even though some older women might not have gone to school, more and more women are learning to read.
Many students from Bidsar have gotten into top engineering and medical schools. They have done well in tough exams like those for the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) and AIPMT. Some students also study at places like Jawaharlal Nehru University and the Indian Institute of Management. Besides these, many villagers choose careers in teaching, nursing, or the defense forces. Bidsar has one Government Secondary School and one Government Primary School.
Culture and Traditions
Most people in Bidsar follow Hinduism. Different groups like Jats, Harijans, and Brahmins live together in the village. Among the Jats, there are several groups such as Garhwal, Khichar, Punia, Rad, Dotasara, Sunda, Asiagh, Kasania, and Sewda.
Village Society
Village life is mostly guided by Hindu traditions and customs. However, younger people are also starting to be influenced by Western ideas.
Music and Fun
Women in Bidsar sing folk songs during weddings and other special events. Men sing dhamaal, which are traditional songs for the Holi festival. Many homes in the village have TVs, radios, and satellite dishes. You can often hear popular Hindi music playing from stereos in the afternoons and evenings.
Games and Sports
Most children in Bidsar love to play cricket. Some villagers also enjoy playing volleyball and football. You might see villagers playing cards in the chaupal, which is a common area in the village.
Festivals Celebrated
Villagers celebrate all the main Hindu festivals. Some of the biggest festivals include Holi, Deepawali, Makar Sankranti, Raksha Bandhan, Sawan, Teej, Gauga Peer, and Gangaur.
Places of Worship
- Hari Baba Ashram, Bidsar (Chatarana Johra)
- Bala Giri Baba (Bhisrana Johra)
- Ganesh Ji Mandir (Kumana Johra)
- Shiv Mandir (Bidsar Bus Stand)
