Pithora Nagar - Sheo, Barmer
Pithora Nagar is a village situated in the Sheo tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sheo and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Barmer. Joranada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pithora Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pithora Nagar is 086794. The village covers a total geographical area of 997 hectares and falls under the 344701 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Pithora Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pithora Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Pithora Nagar village had a total population of 280 people, including 157 males and 123 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 783 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.93%, with male literacy at 60.53% and female literacy at 25.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
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 | 280 | 157 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 43 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 6 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 69 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 88 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Pithora Nagar
Pithora Nagar 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 Pithora Nagar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pithora Nagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barmer to Pithora Nagar is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pithora Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pithora Nagar 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 Pithora Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pithora Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pithora Nagar
Where is Pithora Nagar located?
Pithora Nagar village is located in Sheo Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pithora Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Pithora Nagar is Joranada.
What is the pincode of Pithora Nagar?
The pincode of Pithora Nagar is 344701.
What is the population of Pithora Nagar?
Pithora Nagar had a total population of 280, including 157 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Pithora Nagar?
Pithora Nagar had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pithora Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pithora Nagar was 44.93%. Male literacy was 60.53% and female literacy was 25.81%.