Delasar - Jaisalmer
Delasar is a village situated in the Jaisalmer tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 63 km from Jaisalmer, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Sorhakor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Delasar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Delasar is 086098. The village covers a total geographical area of 11648 hectares and falls under the 345031 pincode. Jaisalmer is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Delasar 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 Delasar
As per Census 2011, Delasar village has a total population of 2,025 people, consisting of 1,084 males and 941 females. The village has 269 households and a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males. There are 467 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,039 literate and 986 illiterate residents. Additionally, 637 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Delasar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,025 | 1,084 | 941 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 467 | 264 | 203 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 637 | 340 | 297 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,039 | 711 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 986 | 373 | 613 |
Nearby Villages of Delasar
Delasar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Keraliya | South-East | 7.70 km |
| Dhaysar | South-West | 8.02 km |
| Karmon Ki Dhani | North-West | 8.53 km |
| Lohta | East | 9.08 km |
| Sorhakor | North | 9.53 km |
| Lathi | North-East | 9.84 km |
| Ratan Ki Basti | East | 11.35 km |
| Neran | South | 15.01 km |
| Chandhan | North-West | 15.12 km |
| Jhabra | West | 15.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Delasar
Delasar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shri Bhadriya Lathi, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaisalmer to Delasar is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Delasar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Delasar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Delasar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Delasar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Delasar
Where is Delasar located?
Delasar village is located in Jaisalmer Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Delasar?
The Gram Panchayat of Delasar is Sorhakor.
What is the pincode of Delasar?
The pincode of Delasar is 345031.
What is the population of Delasar?
Delasar has a total population of 2,025, including 1,084 males and 941 females.
How many households are there in Delasar?
There are 269 households in Delasar.
What is the literacy rate in Delasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Delasar is 51.31%. Male literacy is 65.59% and female literacy is 34.86%.