Padampura - Phalsoond, Jaisalmer
Padampura is a village situated in the Phalsoond tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 86 km from Pokaran and around 160 km from Jaisalmer. Padampura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padampura is 086467. The village covers a total geographical area of 2095 hectares and falls under the 345025 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 86 km away.
Padampura 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 Padampura
According to the 2011 Census, Padampura village had a total population of 1,066 people, including 542 males and 524 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.67%, with male literacy at 59.31% and female literacy at 29.10%.
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 | 1,066 | 542 | 524 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 107 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 377 | 258 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 689 | 284 | 405 |
Nearby Villages of Padampura
Padampura 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 Padampura
Public transport in the Padampura is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Padampura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pokaran to Padampura is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Padampura is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padampura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padampura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Padampura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padampura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Padampura
Where is Padampura located?
Padampura village is located in Phalsoond Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padampura?
Padampura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padampura?
The pincode of Padampura is 345025.
What is the population of Padampura?
Padampura had a total population of 1,066, including 542 males and 524 females.
How many households are there in Padampura?
Padampura had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padampura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padampura was 44.67%. Male literacy was 59.31% and female literacy was 29.10%.