Vijay Nagar
Vijay Nagar is a village located in Jaisalmer tehsil of Jaisalmer district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 16km away from Jaisalmer, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Vijay Nagar village. As per 2009 stats, Pithla is the gram panchayat of Vijay Nagar village.
Vijay Nagar has its own place in the vibrant Jaisalmer region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Vijay Nagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vijay Nagar is 086129. The village spans a total geographical area of 1405 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 345001. Jaisalmer is nearest town to Vijay Nagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vijay Nagar 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.
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Population of Vijay Nagar
Below is a concise population overview of Vijay Nagar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 355 | 200 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 47 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 27 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 91 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 223 | 109 | 114 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vijay Nagar village:
- The total population of Vijay Nagar village is around 355, including approximately 200 males and 155 females, with a sex ratio of 775 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 74 children aged 0–6 years in Vijay Nagar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vijay Nagar village has 45 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Vijay Nagar village is about 37.18%, with male literacy at 45.50% and female literacy at 26.45%.
- There are around 72 households in Vijay Nagar village.
Connectivity of Vijay Nagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vijay Nagar. As per the 2011 stats, Vijay Nagar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vijay Nagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Vijay Nagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vijay Nagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vijay Nagar
- Where is Vijay Nagar located?
- Vijay Nagar village is situated in Jaisalmer Tehsil, within the Jaisalmer district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vijay Nagar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Vijay Nagar is Pithla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Vijay Nagar?
- The pincode of Vijay Nagar is 345001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vijay Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vijay Nagar is 355, with 200 males and 155 females.
- How many households are there in Vijay Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vijay Nagar village has a total of 72 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vijay Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vijay Nagar is 37.18%. The male literacy rate is 45.50%, while the female literacy rate is 26.45%.