Chandesara - Pachpadra, Balotra
Chandesara is a village situated in the Pachpadra tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 55 km from Pachpadra and around 67 km from Barmer. Chandesara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandesara is 087245. The village covers a total geographical area of 1782 hectares and falls under the 344034 pincode. Blotra is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Chandesara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachpadra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandesara
As per Census 2011, Chandesara village has a total population of 2,661 people, consisting of 1,363 males and 1,298 females. The village has 469 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 458 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,430 literate and 1,231 illiterate residents. Additionally, 346 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 110 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandesara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,661 | 1,363 | 1,298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 458 | 237 | 221 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 346 | 172 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 60 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 1,430 | 898 | 532 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,231 | 465 | 766 |
Nearby Villages of Chandesara
Chandesara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Juna Somesara | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Khar Ki Dhani | East | 3.24 km |
| Naya Somesara | South-West | 3.93 km |
| Botala Purohitan | North | 3.99 km |
| Chaukriyo Ki Dhani | North-East | 4.50 km |
| Bheemarlai Gaon | South-East | 4.71 km |
| Bheemarlai Station | North-West | 5.53 km |
| Akhe Ka Dhara | West | 5.97 km |
| Khinwali Sara | West | 6.35 km |
| Doodhwa Der | North | 7.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandesara
Chandesara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhimarlai, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Blotra to Chandesara is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barmer to Chandesara is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandesara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandesara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chandesara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandesara 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chandesara
Where is Chandesara located?
Chandesara village is located in Pachpadra Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandesara?
Chandesara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandesara?
The pincode of Chandesara is 344034.
What is the population of Chandesara?
Chandesara has a total population of 2,661, including 1,363 males and 1,298 females.
How many households are there in Chandesara?
There are 469 households in Chandesara.
What is the literacy rate in Chandesara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandesara is 53.74%. Male literacy is 65.88% and female literacy is 40.99%.