Jaisalmer
Jaisalmer is a district in the Rajasthan State of India. The total area of Jaisalmer district is 38,401 km², which includes 38,330.62 km² of rural area and 70.38 km² of urban area. There are about 756 villages in Jaisalmer district.
For administrative convenience, Jaisalmer district is divided into Tehsils, Blocks, PS, and Community Development Blocks (C.D. Blocks). In many states, Blocks or C.D. Blocks are treated the same as tehsils, though they may have slightly different roles depending on the region.
A Community Development Block is a rural area set aside for administration and development. Each block is managed by a Block Development Officer (BDO) and includes several gram panchayats, which are the local governing bodies at the village level.
There are 3 tehsils in Jaisalmer district. Here is the list of all Jaisalmer Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Jaisalmer District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fatehgarh | 4,340 | 1,01,020 |
| 2 | Jaisalmer | 24,462 | 2,65,237 |
| 3 | Pokaran | 9,599 | 3,03,662 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils in Jaisalmer District
Jaisalmer is the largest tehsil in jaisalmer district by area, while Pokaran is the largest by population. Fatehgarh is the smallest tehsil in jaisalmer district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Jaisalmer | Pokaran |
| Smallest Tehsil | Fatehgarh | Fatehgarh |
Population of Jaisalmer District
The population of Jaisalmer offers a clear picture of how people are spread across its villages and towns. In the sections below, you’ll find details about total population, gender-wise distribution, child population, literacy rates, social groups like SC and ST, household count, and population density. Together, this information helps understand the structure and diversity of the district.
Basic Population Details
This section covers important demographic figures of Jaisalmer, including the number of males and females, children aged 0–6, total households, and literacy status in rural and urban areas. These indicators highlight the human development status and help identify gaps in basic services like education and housing.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,69,919 | 5,80,894 | 89,025 |
| Total Male Population | 3,61,708 | 3,12,447 | 49,261 |
| Total Female Population | 3,08,211 | 2,68,447 | 39,764 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,30,463 | 1,17,527 | 12,936 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 69,610 | 62,734 | 6,876 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 60,853 | 54,793 | 6,060 |
| Literate Population | 3,08,653 | 2,49,289 | 59,364 |
| Literate Male Population | 2,10,415 | 1,73,353 | 37,062 |
| Literate Female Population | 98,238 | 75,936 | 22,302 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,61,266 | 3,31,605 | 29,661 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,51,293 | 1,39,094 | 12,199 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,09,973 | 1,92,511 | 17,462 |
| Households | 1,17,171 | 1,00,427 | 16,744 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Jaisalmer district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Jaisalmer district is 6,69,919, including 3,61,708 males and 3,08,211 females. In rural areas, it is 5,80,894, including 3,12,447 males and 2,68,447 females. In urban areas, it is 89,025, including 49,261 males and 39,764 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Jaisalmer district is 1,30,463, including 69,610 boys and 60,853 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,17,527, including 62,734 boys and 54,793 girls. In urban areas, it is 12,936, including 6,876 boys and 6,060 girls.
- Literate population in Jaisalmer district is around 3,08,653, including 2,10,415 males and 98,238 females. In rural areas, it is 2,49,289, including 1,73,353 males and 75,936 females. In urban areas, it is 59,364, including 37,062 males and 22,302 females.
- Illiterate population in Jaisalmer district is about 3,61,266, including 1,51,293 males and 2,09,973 females. In rural areas, it is 3,31,605, including 1,39,094 males and 1,92,511 females. In urban areas, it is 29,661, including 12,199 males and 17,462 females.
- There are about 1,17,171 households in Jaisalmer district, including 1,00,427 in rural areas and 16,744 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Jaisalmer. It also includes data on how densely people live in rural versus urban areas. Together, these figures offer insights into community spread and the pressure on local infrastructure and services.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 99,134 | 89,388 | 9,746 |
| SC Male Population | 52,776 | 47,555 | 5,221 |
| SC Female Population | 46,358 | 41,833 | 4,525 |
| Total ST Population | 42,429 | 37,273 | 5,156 |
| ST Male Population | 22,497 | 19,758 | 2,739 |
| ST Female Population | 19,932 | 17,515 | 2,417 |
| Population Density | 17 / km² | 15 / km² | 1,265 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Jaisalmer district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Jaisalmer district is approximately 99,134, including 52,776 males and 46,358 females. In rural areas, it is 89,388, including 47,555 males and 41,833 females. In urban areas, it is 9,746, including 5,221 males and 4,525 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Jaisalmer district is about 42,429, including 22,497 males and 19,932 females. In rural areas, it is 37,273, including 19,758 males and 17,515 females. In urban areas, it is 5,156, including 2,739 males and 2,417 females.
- Overall population density of Jaisalmer district is around 17 people per km². Rural areas have about 15 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,265 people per km².