Garhi Champawat - Bhaniyana, Jaisalmer
Garhi Champawat is a village situated in the Bhaniyana tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 63 km from Pokaran and around 173 km from Jaisalmer. Jhabra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhi Champawat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhi Champawat is 086412. The village covers a total geographical area of 1703.17 hectares and falls under the 345021 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Garhi Champawat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pokaran Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garhi Champawat
As per Census 2011, Garhi Champawat village has a total population of 835 people, consisting of 449 males and 386 females. The village has 133 households and a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 476 literate and 359 illiterate residents. Additionally, 171 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garhi Champawat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 835 | 449 | 386 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 83 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 87 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 476 | 330 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 119 | 240 |
Nearby Villages of Garhi Champawat
Garhi Champawat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Motipura | South | 3.60 km |
| Lakhasar | South-East | 3.77 km |
| Bagthal | North-West | 4.03 km |
| Amrasar | East | 4.25 km |
| Mukansar | South-East | 5.64 km |
| Deenasar | South | 5.76 km |
| Chainsingh Nagar | East | 6.04 km |
| Santoshnagar | East | 6.38 km |
| Jhabra | North-East | 6.72 km |
| Gadeli Kuwan | West | 7.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garhi Champawat
Garhi Champawat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pokran, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.6 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 | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pokaran to Garhi Champawat is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Garhi Champawat is about 173 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garhi Champawat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhi Champawat 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 Garhi Champawat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhi Champawat 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 Garhi Champawat
Where is Garhi Champawat located?
Garhi Champawat village is located in Bhaniyana Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garhi Champawat?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhi Champawat is Jhabra.
What is the pincode of Garhi Champawat?
The pincode of Garhi Champawat is 345021.
What is the population of Garhi Champawat?
Garhi Champawat has a total population of 835, including 449 males and 386 females.
How many households are there in Garhi Champawat?
There are 133 households in Garhi Champawat.
What is the literacy rate in Garhi Champawat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhi Champawat is 57.01%. Male literacy is 73.50% and female literacy is 37.82%.