Gadraroad - Gadraroad, Barmer
Gadraroad is a village situated in the Gadraroad tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 85 km from Sheo and around 85 km from Barmer. Gadra Road serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadraroad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadraroad is 086700. The village covers a total geographical area of 1210.83 hectares and falls under the 344501 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Gadraroad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sheo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadraroad
As per Census 2011, Gadraroad village has a total population of 8,290 people, consisting of 4,303 males and 3,987 females. The village has 1,464 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,574 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,655 literate and 4,635 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5,241 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 411 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadraroad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,290 | 4,303 | 3,987 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,574 | 815 | 759 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5,241 | 2,738 | 2,503 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 411 | 202 | 209 |
| Literate Population | 3,655 | 2,381 | 1,274 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,635 | 1,922 | 2,713 |
Nearby Villages of Gadraroad
Gadraroad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Heerpura | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Mathar Ka Par | North | 4.34 km |
| Dhingani Basti | North-West | 4.49 km |
| Bandasar | South-East | 4.71 km |
| Pannela | South-West | 5.96 km |
| Sargila | North-West | 6.29 km |
| Tamlor | South | 6.90 km |
| Paboosari | North | 7.27 km |
| Khaniyani | North-East | 7.76 km |
| Kareem Ka Par | East | 8.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gadraroad
Gadraroad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gadra Road, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barmer to Gadraroad is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadraroad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadraroad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gadraroad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadraroad 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gadraroad
Where is Gadraroad located?
Gadraroad village is located in Gadraroad Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadraroad?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadraroad is Gadra Road.
What is the pincode of Gadraroad?
The pincode of Gadraroad is 344501.
What is the population of Gadraroad?
Gadraroad has a total population of 8,290, including 4,303 males and 3,987 females.
How many households are there in Gadraroad?
There are 1,464 households in Gadraroad.
What is the literacy rate in Gadraroad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadraroad is 44.09%. Male literacy is 55.33% and female literacy is 31.95%.