Sikar is a historical city located in the Indian state of Rajasthan. It is famous for its art and culture. Sikar is surrounded by fortified walls with seven "pols" (gates), such as Bawri Gate, Fatehpuri Gate, Nani Gate, Surajpol Gate, Purana Dujod Gate, Naya Dujod Gate and Chandpol Gate. The old name of Sikar was "Bir Bhan Ka Bas". Judiciary and Courts Sikar District Judge was established on 01.07.1977, before that it was a part of Jhunjhunu jurisdiction. There are a total of 42 courts in Sikar jurisdiction, which include POCSO Court, Motor Accident Claims Tribunal, Family Court, Gram Nyayalaya Kudli and SC/ST Court. Apart from this, Consumer Forum, Permanent Lok Adalat, District Legal Services Authority and Juvenile Justice Board are operated at Sikar Headquarters. Sikar Headquarters is currently connected to all the major cities of Rajasthan by road and rail. The nearest airport to Sikar is located in Jaipur which is about 120 km from Sikar Headquarters.