Ala

Ala is a village located in Fatehgarh tehsil of Jaisalmer district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Fatehgarh (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Jaisalmer. As per 2009 stats, Chhatangarh is the gram panchayat of Ala village.

Here you can discover what makes Ala unique in its vibrant Fatehgarh-Jaisalmer region. You’ll see Ala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Ala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ala is 086533. The village spans a total geographical area of 2878 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 345001. Jaisalmer is nearest town to Ala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 70km away.

When it comes to local governance, Ala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jaisalmer Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Barmer Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Ala

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Population of Ala

According to the 2011 Census, Ala has a total population of about 107, with approximately 61 males and 46 females. The sex ratio is around 754 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 31 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.45%, with male literacy at about 50.82% and female literacy near 17.39%. There are around 15 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 107 61 46
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 31 12 19
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 39 31 8
Illiterate Population 68 30 38

Connectivity of Ala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ala. As per the 2011 stats, Ala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Ala

Knowing the nearby villages of Ala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ala.

Frequently Asked Questions about Ala

Where is Ala located?
Ala village is situated in Fatehgarh Tehsil, within the Jaisalmer district of Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ala?
The Gram Panchayat of Ala is Chhatangarh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ala?
The pincode of Ala is 345001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ala is 107, with 61 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Ala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ala village has a total of 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ala is 36.45%. The male literacy rate is 50.82%, while the female literacy rate is 17.39%.