Asloi - Fatehgarh, Jaisalmer
Asloi is a village situated in the Fatehgarh tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 90 km from the tehsil headquarters in Fatehgarh and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Janra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asloi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asloi is 086521. The village covers a total geographical area of 2419 hectares and falls under the 345034 pincode. Jaisalmer is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Asloi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisalmer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asloi
According to the 2011 Census, Asloi village had a total population of 475 people, including 261 males and 214 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 820 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.38%, with male literacy at 47.57% and female literacy at 11.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45.
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 | 475 | 261 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 55 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 98 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 357 | 163 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Asloi
Asloi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Soda | North-East | 5.58 km |
| Neem Ki Dhani | West | 5.62 km |
| Mada | North | 6.89 km |
| Senag | North-West | 7.20 km |
| Shobh | South-East | 7.87 km |
| Kotri | North | 8.04 km |
| Korwa | East | 8.17 km |
| Mooliya | South-West | 8.23 km |
| Geraja | South | 8.57 km |
| Dhoba | West | 9.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asloi
Public transport in the Asloi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jaisalmer, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaisalmer to Asloi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asloi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asloi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Asloi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asloi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Asloi
Where is Asloi located?
Asloi village is located in Fatehgarh Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Asloi?
The Gram Panchayat of Asloi is Janra.
What is the pincode of Asloi?
The pincode of Asloi is 345034.
What is the population of Asloi?
Asloi had a total population of 475, including 261 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Asloi?
Asloi had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asloi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asloi was 31.38%. Male literacy was 47.57% and female literacy was 11.76%.