Phalsoond - Phalsoond, Jaisalmer
Phalsoond is a village situated in the Phalsoond tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 70 km from Pokaran and around 150 km from Jaisalmer. Phalsoond village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phalsoond is 086457. The village covers a total geographical area of 2380.11 hectares and falls under the 345025 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Phalsoond 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 Phalsoond
As per Census 2011, Phalsoond village has a total population of 4,482 people, consisting of 2,335 males and 2,147 females. The village has 854 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 853 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,866 literate and 2,616 illiterate residents. Additionally, 513 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 337 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phalsoond are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,482 | 2,335 | 2,147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 853 | 435 | 418 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 513 | 269 | 244 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 337 | 183 | 154 |
| Literate Population | 1,866 | 1,231 | 635 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,616 | 1,104 | 1,512 |
Nearby Villages of Phalsoond
Phalsoond 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Peerasar | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Shyampura | South-East | 4.30 km |
| Fajlooni Murid | West | 4.73 km |
| Madoorasar | South | 5.08 km |
| Prahaladnagar | North | 5.12 km |
| Danasar | East | 5.78 km |
| Chanani Meghasar | South-West | 5.90 km |
| Jeevrajgarh | South | 6.13 km |
| Deenasar | North-East | 7.42 km |
| Swamiji Ki Dhani | West | 7.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phalsoond
Public transport in the Phalsoond is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pokran, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pokaran to Phalsoond is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Phalsoond is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phalsoond
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phalsoond village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Phalsoond
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phalsoond village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Phalsoond
Where is Phalsoond located?
Phalsoond village is located in Phalsoond Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phalsoond?
Phalsoond is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Phalsoond?
The pincode of Phalsoond is 345025.
What is the population of Phalsoond?
Phalsoond has a total population of 4,482, including 2,335 males and 2,147 females.
How many households are there in Phalsoond?
There are 854 households in Phalsoond.
What is the literacy rate in Phalsoond?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phalsoond is 41.63%. Male literacy is 52.72% and female literacy is 29.58%.