Are you preparing for RPSC, Rajasthan Police, Patwari, RAS, or any other Rajasthan state exam? If yes, then you must have a strong grip on Rajasthan GK — especially the geography, districts, and divisional structure of the state. To make your preparation easier, SelfTayari.com has brought you the most updated and comprehensive Rajasthan GK 41 Districts, Sambhag & Area Handwritten Notes PDF, which covers all the latest changes including the revised district count as of December 2024.
In this article, you will get complete information about what is covered in these notes, why they are important for competitive exams, and how to download the PDF for free. So read this article carefully before downloading.
What is Covered in Rajasthan GK 41 Districts Notes PDF?
These handwritten notes are carefully prepared keeping in mind the latest syllabus of RPSC, Rajasthan Police Constable, Sub-Inspector, Patwari, REET, RAS Pre & Mains and other state-level competitive examinations. Below is a detailed overview of all the important topics covered in this PDF:
1. Introduction & Location of Rajasthan
- Rajasthan is located in the north-western part of India (Vayavya Kon).
- It lies in the Northern Hemisphere (latitudinally) and Eastern Hemisphere (longitudinally).
- Its western and north-eastern parts are remnants of the Tethys Sea, while the Aravalli range and south-eastern plateau are remnants of Gondwana Land.
2. Latitudinal & Longitudinal Extent
- Latitudinal extent: 23°03′ N to 30°12′ N (difference of 7°09′)
- Longitudinal extent: 69°30′ E to 78°17′ E (difference of 8°47′ ≈ 9°)
- North-South length: 826 km | East-West width: 869 km
- Difference in sunrise time between east and west: approximately 35 minutes 8 seconds
3. Shape of Rajasthan
- Rajasthan has a kite-shaped (Patangakar) or rhombus-like (Vishamshakoniya Chaturbhuj) structure.
- This was first described by Prof. T. H. Handley, British Health Officer of Jaipur Riyasat.
4. Boundary Points (Seemant Bindu)
| Direction | Place | District |
| Northernmost | Kona Village, Ganganagar Tehsil | Sri Ganganagar |
| Easternmost | Silawat Village, Rajakheda Tehsil | Dhaulpur |
| Southernmost | Borkund Village, Kushalgarh Tehsil | Banswara |
| Westernmost | Katra Village, Sam Tehsil | Jaisalmer |
- First sunrise & sunset → Dhaulpur (easternmost district)
- Last sunrise & sunset → Jaisalmer (westernmost district)
5. Tropic of Cancer (Kark Rekha)
- Maximum length of Tropic of Cancer passes through Banswara district.
- Minimum length passes through Dungarpur district.
- Banswara receives most direct sunlight; Sri Ganganagar receives most oblique sunlight.
6. Area of Rajasthan
- Total area: 3,42,239 sq km (1,32,140 sq miles)
- Rajasthan covers 10.41% (approx. 1/10th) of India’s total area.
- It is the largest state in India by area.
- Comparable in size to Germany; 2x larger than Britain & New Zealand, 5x Sri Lanka, 17x Israel.
7. International Border (Radcliffe Line)
- Total international border with Pakistan: 1070 km
- Runs from Hindumalkot (Sri Ganganagar) to Bhalgaon/Bakhasar (Barmer)
- 5 Rajasthan districts share border with 9 Pakistani districts.
| District | Border Length |
| Jaisalmer | 434 km (Maximum) |
| Barmer | 228 km |
| Sri Ganganagar | 210 km |
| Bikaner | 168 km |
| Falodi | 30 km (Minimum) |
8. Inter-State Boundaries
| State | Border Length |
| Madhya Pradesh | 1600 km (Maximum) |
| Haryana | 1262 km |
| Gujarat | 1022 km |
| Uttar Pradesh | 877 km |
| Punjab | 89 km (Minimum) |
- Longest inter-state boundary district: Jhalawar (520 km with MP)
- Shortest inter-state boundary district: Barmer (14 km with Gujarat)
9. Current 41 Districts & 7 Sambhags (Divisions)
On 28–29 December 2024, the Bhajanlal Government dissolved 3 divisions and 9 districts. Currently, Rajasthan has 7 Sambhags and 41 Districts.
| Sambhag | No. of Districts | Districts |
| Jodhpur | 8 | Jodhpur, Pali, Falodi, Jaisalmer, Barmer, Balotra, Jalor, Sirohi |
| Jaipur | 7 | Jaipur, Sikar, Jhunjhunu, Kotputli-Bahrod, Dausa, Bhartrihari Nagar, Alwar |
| Udaipur | 7 | Udaipur, Chittorgarh, Rajsamand, Salumber, Pratapgarh, Dungarpur, Banswara |
| Bikaner | 4 | Bikaner, Sri Ganganagar, Hanumangarh, Churu |
| Kota | 4 | Kota, Bundi, Baran, Jhalawar |
| Ajmer | 6 | Ajmer, Beawar, Tonk, Nagaur, Didwana-Kuchaman, Bhilwara |
| Bharatpur | 5 | Bharatpur, Dhaulpur, Karauli, Sawaimadhopur, Deeg |
10. Special Facts About Districts
- Largest district by area: Jaisalmer (3rd largest in India after Kutch & Leh)
- Smallest district by area: Deeg
- Landlocked (Antarvarthi) districts: 13 districts including Nagaur, Ajmer, Jaipur, Pali, Tonk, Bundi, etc.
- Districts sharing boundary with 2 states: Hanumangarh, Deeg, Dhaulpur, Banswara
- Districts sharing boundary with 7 other districts: Nagaur, Jaipur, Pali, Chittorgarh
11. Administrative Structure of Rajasthan (as of Dec 2024)
| Unit | Count |
| Sambhag (Divisions) | 7 |
| Districts | 41 |
| Sub-Divisions (Upkhand) | 323 |
| Tehsils | 426 |
| Sub-Tehsils | 232 |
| Revenue Villages | 48,468 |
| Panchayat Samitis | 437 |
| Gram Panchayats | 14,781 |
Why These Notes are Important for Competitive Exams?
Rajasthan Geography is one of the most high-weightage topics in every state exam. Questions from districts, sambhags, borders, area, and administrative structure appear every year in RPSC, Patwari, Police, and RAS exams. These handwritten notes:
- Cover all latest changes (Dec 2024 reorganisation included)
- Are written in simple, easy-to-remember language
- Include tables and comparisons for quick revision
- Are exam-focused — every point is relevant to exam questions
- Save you hours of research and note-making time
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Key Highlights of This PDF at a Glance
- Updated as per December 2024 reorganization (41 Districts, 7 Sambhags)
- Covers Radcliffe Line, international & inter-state borders
- All boundary points (Seemant Bindu) with districts
- Area comparisons with world countries
- District-wise border lengths with Pakistan
- Special shapes of districts (like Chittorgarh, Udaipur, Tonk, etc.)
- Full administrative data — tehsils, gram panchayats, nagar nikay
- History of district formation from 1956 to 2024
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many districts are there in Rajasthan currently? As of December 2024, Rajasthan has 41 districts after the Bhajanlal government dissolved 9 newly created districts.
Q2. How many Sambhags (divisions) are there in Rajasthan? Currently, Rajasthan has 7 Sambhags — Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Bikaner, Kota, Ajmer, and Bharatpur.
Q3. Which is the largest district of Rajasthan by area? Jaisalmer is the largest district of Rajasthan by area. It is the 3rd largest district in India.
Q4. Which is the smallest district of Rajasthan? Deeg is the smallest district of Rajasthan by area, located in eastern Rajasthan.
Q5. What is the total area of Rajasthan? Rajasthan’s total area is 3,42,239 sq km, making it the largest state in India.
Q6. Which district of Rajasthan has the longest international border with Pakistan? Jaisalmer has the longest international border with Pakistan at 434 km.
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