Bharewala - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Bharewala is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 120 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 245 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Bharewala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharewala is 086185. The village covers a total geographical area of 23023 hectares and falls under the 345028 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 120 km away.
Bharewala 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 Bharewala
As per Census 2011, Bharewala village has a total population of 2,490 people, consisting of 1,385 males and 1,105 females. The village has 391 households and a sex ratio of 797 females per 1,000 males. There are 470 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 864 literate and 1,626 illiterate residents. Additionally, 211 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 84 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bharewala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,490 | 1,385 | 1,105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 470 | 230 | 240 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 211 | 123 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 47 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 864 | 657 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,626 | 728 | 898 |
Nearby Villages of Bharewala
Bharewala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Moharonwala | North | 7.57 km |
| Tavarinagar | South-West | 9.58 km |
| Dhakalwala Gaon | East | 9.89 km |
| Akal Ka Tala | East | 11.04 km |
| Meerpura | South-East | 12.55 km |
| Rohironwala | North-West | 13.58 km |
| Malasar | North-East | 13.59 km |
| Devawala Gaon | East | 13.61 km |
| Karanpur | North-East | 16.09 km |
| Panche Ka Tala | South | 17.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bharewala
Public transport in the Bharewala is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bap, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bharewala is about 120 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Bharewala is about 245 km, with the usual travel time around ~7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bharewala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharewala 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 Bharewala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharewala 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 km |
FAQs about Bharewala
Where is Bharewala located?
Bharewala village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bharewala?
Bharewala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bharewala?
The pincode of Bharewala is 345028.
What is the population of Bharewala?
Bharewala has a total population of 2,490, including 1,385 males and 1,105 females.
How many households are there in Bharewala?
There are 391 households in Bharewala.
What is the literacy rate in Bharewala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharewala is 34.70%. Male literacy is 47.44% and female literacy is 18.73%.