Gale Ki Basti - Fatehgarh, Jaisalmer
Gale Ki Basti is a village situated in the Fatehgarh tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Fatehgarh and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Magara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gale Ki Basti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gale Ki Basti is 086577. The village covers a total geographical area of 2939 hectares and falls under the 345027 pincode. Jaisalmer is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Gale Ki Basti 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 Gale Ki Basti
According to the 2011 Census, Gale Ki Basti village had a total population of 615 people, including 335 males and 280 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 836 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.91%, with male literacy at 39.07% and female literacy at 5.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 615 | 335 | 280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 56 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 109 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 494 | 226 | 268 |
Nearby Villages of Gale Ki Basti
Gale Ki Basti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gajsingh Ka Gaon | South-East | 6.38 km |
| Sodat | East | 7.02 km |
| Bhanbhara | North | 7.45 km |
| Lakhaniyon Ki Dhani | South-West | 7.82 km |
| Basra | North-East | 8.16 km |
| Chanangarh | North-West | 8.45 km |
| Antia | West | 9.81 km |
| Guhra | South | 11.34 km |
| Jogidas Ka Gaon | South-East | 12.62 km |
| Adroi @ Bhilon Ki Dhani | North-East | 12.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gale Ki Basti
Gale Ki Basti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gagariya, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaisalmer to Gale Ki Basti is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gale Ki Basti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gale Ki Basti 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 Gale Ki Basti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gale Ki Basti 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 Gale Ki Basti
Where is Gale Ki Basti located?
Gale Ki Basti village is located in Fatehgarh Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gale Ki Basti?
The Gram Panchayat of Gale Ki Basti is Magara.
What is the pincode of Gale Ki Basti?
The pincode of Gale Ki Basti is 345027.
What is the population of Gale Ki Basti?
Gale Ki Basti had a total population of 615, including 335 males and 280 females.
How many households are there in Gale Ki Basti?
Gale Ki Basti had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gale Ki Basti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gale Ki Basti was 23.91%. Male literacy was 39.07% and female literacy was 5.29%.