Bhawalnagar - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Bhawalnagar is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 140 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 265 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Dhakalwala Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhawalnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhawalnagar is 086180. The village covers a total geographical area of 992 hectares and falls under the 345028 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 140 km away.
Bhawalnagar 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 Bhawalnagar
According to the 2011 Census, Bhawalnagar village had a total population of 56 people, including 34 males and 22 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 647 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.11%, with male literacy at 96.43% and female literacy at 68.42%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 56 | 34 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 27 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 7 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Bhawalnagar
Bhawalnagar 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 Bhawalnagar
Public transport in the Bhawalnagar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Bhawalnagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bhawalnagar is about 140 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Bhawalnagar is about 265 km, with the usual travel time around ~7.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhawalnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhawalnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhawalnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhawalnagar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhawalnagar
Where is Bhawalnagar located?
Bhawalnagar village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhawalnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhawalnagar is Dhakalwala Gaon.
What is the pincode of Bhawalnagar?
The pincode of Bhawalnagar is 345028.
What is the population of Bhawalnagar?
Bhawalnagar had a total population of 56, including 34 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Bhawalnagar?
Bhawalnagar had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhawalnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhawalnagar was 85.11%. Male literacy was 96.43% and female literacy was 68.42%.