Hemsagar - Phalsoond, Jaisalmer
Hemsagar is a village situated in the Phalsoond tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 82 km from Pokaran and around 195 km from Jaisalmer. Kajoi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hemsagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hemsagar is 086450. The village covers a total geographical area of 902.35 hectares and falls under the 345025 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Hemsagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pokaran Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hemsagar
According to the 2011 Census, Hemsagar village had a total population of 384 people, including 203 males and 181 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.74%, with male literacy at 73.26% and female literacy at 37.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 25.
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 | 384 | 203 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 31 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 126 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 77 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Hemsagar
Hemsagar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Hemsagar
Hemsagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Hemsagar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pokaran to Hemsagar is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Hemsagar is about 195 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hemsagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hemsagar 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 Hemsagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hemsagar 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 Hemsagar
Where is Hemsagar located?
Hemsagar village is located in Phalsoond Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Hemsagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Hemsagar is Kajoi.
What is the pincode of Hemsagar?
The pincode of Hemsagar is 345025.
What is the population of Hemsagar?
Hemsagar had a total population of 384, including 203 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Hemsagar?
Hemsagar had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hemsagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hemsagar was 56.74%. Male literacy was 73.26% and female literacy was 37.41%.