Moolana Village - Fatehgarh, Jaisalmer
Moolana is a village situated in the Fatehgarh tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Fatehgarh and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Moolana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moolana is 086489. The village covers a total geographical area of 9391.38 hectares and falls under the 345001 pincode. Jaisalmer is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Moolana 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 Moolana
As per Census 2011, Moolana village has a total population of 2,526 people, consisting of 1,433 males and 1,093 females. The village has 433 households and a sex ratio of 762 females per 1,000 males. There are 460 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,120 literate and 1,406 illiterate residents. Additionally, 278 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Moolana are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,526 | 1,433 | 1,093 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 460 | 238 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 154 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 1,120 | 820 | 300 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,406 | 613 | 793 |
Nearby Villages of Moolana
Moolana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhimsar | South | 6.90 km |
| Jaskaranpur | West | 7.98 km |
| Jawandh Jooni | North | 8.30 km |
| Jawandh Nai | North | 9.35 km |
| Badoda-gaon | North-West | 9.81 km |
| Dawara | East | 10.54 km |
| Bhairwa | North | 11.72 km |
| Chhor | South-West | 13.37 km |
| Devikot | South-West | 13.52 km |
| Rasla | South-East | 13.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Moolana
Moolana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jetha Chandan, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.2 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 Moolana is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moolana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moolana 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 Moolana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moolana 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 Moolana
Where is Moolana located?
Moolana village is located in Fatehgarh Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moolana?
Moolana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Moolana?
The pincode of Moolana is 345001.
What is the population of Moolana?
Moolana has a total population of 2,526, including 1,433 males and 1,093 females.
How many households are there in Moolana?
There are 433 households in Moolana.
What is the literacy rate in Moolana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moolana is 44.34%. Male literacy is 57.22% and female literacy is 27.45%.