Askandra
About Askandra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Askandra village is 086250. Askandra village is located in Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Pokaran (tehsildar office) and 170km away from district headquarter Jaisalmer. As per 2009 stats, Askandra village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 12656 hectares. Askandra has a total population of 2,508 peoples, out of which male population is 1,341 while female population is 1,167. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 870 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of askandra village is 40.99% out of which 55.03% males and 24.85% females are literate. There are about 372 houses in askandra village. Pincode of askandra village locality is 342310.
When it comes to administration, Askandra village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Askandra village comes under Pokaran Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jodhpur Lok Sabha constituency. Pokaran is nearest town to askandra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
Google Map of Askandra
Population of Askandra
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,508 | 1,341 | 1,167 |
| Children (0-6) | 490 | 270 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,012 | 538 | 474 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 51 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 1,028 | 738 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,480 | 603 | 877 |
Connectivity of Askandra
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Askandra
Frequently Asked Questions about Askandra
Where is Askandra located?
Askandra village is situated in Pokaran Tehsil, within the Jaisalmer district of Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Askandra?
Askandra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Askandra?
The pincode of Askandra is 342310, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Askandra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Askandra is 2,508, with 1,341 males and 1,167 females.
How many households are there in Askandra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Askandra village has a total of 372 households.
What is the literacy rate in Askandra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Askandra is 40.99%. The male literacy rate is 55.03%, while the female literacy rate is 24.85%.