Peerawas - Ramsar, Barmer
Peerawas is a village situated in the Ramsar tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramsar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Barmer. Jakhron Ka Tala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Peerawas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peerawas is 088546. The village covers a total geographical area of 610.29 hectares and falls under the 344001 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Peerawas 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 Peerawas
According to the 2011 Census, Peerawas village had a total population of 358 people, including 181 males and 177 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.64%, with male literacy at 78.40% and female literacy at 47.26%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 358 | 181 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 19 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 127 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 54 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Peerawas
Peerawas is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Peerawas
Peerawas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Peerawas.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Barmer to Peerawas is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Peerawas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peerawas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Peerawas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peerawas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Peerawas
Where is Peerawas located?
Peerawas village is located in Ramsar Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Peerawas?
The Gram Panchayat of Peerawas is Jakhron Ka Tala.
What is the pincode of Peerawas?
The pincode of Peerawas is 344001.
What is the population of Peerawas?
Peerawas had a total population of 358, including 181 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Peerawas?
Peerawas had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Peerawas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peerawas was 63.64%. Male literacy was 78.40% and female literacy was 47.26%.