Balwantgarh - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Balwantgarh is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Baitina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balwantgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balwantgarh is 086372. The village covers a total geographical area of 387.97 hectares and falls under the 345026 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Balwantgarh 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 Balwantgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Balwantgarh village had a total population of 201 people, including 113 males and 88 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 779 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.21%, with male literacy at 51.55% and female literacy at 18.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 201 | 113 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 50 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 63 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Balwantgarh
Balwantgarh 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 Balwantgarh
Balwantgarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Balwantgarh has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Balwantgarh is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Balwantgarh is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balwantgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balwantgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Balwantgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balwantgarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balwantgarh
Where is Balwantgarh located?
Balwantgarh village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balwantgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Balwantgarh is Baitina.
What is the pincode of Balwantgarh?
The pincode of Balwantgarh is 345026.
What is the population of Balwantgarh?
Balwantgarh had a total population of 201, including 113 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Balwantgarh?
Balwantgarh had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balwantgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balwantgarh was 37.21%. Male literacy was 51.55% and female literacy was 18.67%.