Hemawas - Ramsar, Barmer
Hemawas is a village situated in the Ramsar tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramsar and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Barmer. Khadeen serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hemawas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hemawas is 088538. The village covers a total geographical area of 375.11 hectares and falls under the 344001 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Hemawas 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 Hemawas
As per Census 2011, Hemawas village has a total population of 313 people, consisting of 161 males and 152 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 176 literate and 137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hemawas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 313 | 161 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 116 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 45 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Hemawas
Hemawas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mananiyon Ki Basti | South-West | 2.81 km |
| Manasar | South | 3.79 km |
| Aazadnagar | West | 3.80 km |
| Indrawas | North | 4.43 km |
| Farsani Jakhron Ki Dhani | North-West | 5.13 km |
| Mahendrapura | South-East | 5.20 km |
| Jethmalpura | East | 5.36 km |
| Pemaneyon Ka Tala | North-East | 5.75 km |
| Nihalaniyon Ka Tobha | South-West | 6.06 km |
| Gandhi Nagar | North-West | 6.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hemawas
Hemawas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhachhbar, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 120.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barmer to Hemawas is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hemawas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hemawas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hemawas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hemawas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hemawas
Where is Hemawas located?
Hemawas village is located in Ramsar Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hemawas?
The Gram Panchayat of Hemawas is Khadeen.
What is the pincode of Hemawas?
The pincode of Hemawas is 344001.
What is the population of Hemawas?
Hemawas has a total population of 313, including 161 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Hemawas?
There are 57 households in Hemawas.
What is the literacy rate in Hemawas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hemawas is 56.23%. Male literacy is 72.05% and female literacy is 39.47%.