Dalpatpura - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Dalpatpura is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Dalpatpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dalpatpura is 086361. The village covers a total geographical area of 5210 hectares and falls under the 345024 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Dalpatpura 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 Dalpatpura
As per Census 2011, Dalpatpura village has a total population of 1,361 people, consisting of 730 males and 631 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 296 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 266 literate and 1,095 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dalpatpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,361 | 730 | 631 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 296 | 158 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 28 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 197 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,095 | 533 | 562 |
Nearby Villages of Dalpatpura
Dalpatpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Naiguddi | North | 5.82 km |
| Hayatpura | South-East | 5.92 km |
| Doodhiya | South-East | 6.27 km |
| Loona Khurd | South-West | 6.82 km |
| Pratapgarh | North-East | 6.92 km |
| Jaswantpura | East | 7.21 km |
| Mobtasar | South | 8.43 km |
| Jalora Sonpura | South | 9.81 km |
| Achalpura | West | 10.51 km |
| Jaimalan | East | 11.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dalpatpura
Dalpatpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Odhaniya Chacha, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.8 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 Dalpatpura is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Dalpatpura is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dalpatpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dalpatpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dalpatpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dalpatpura 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 Dalpatpura
Where is Dalpatpura located?
Dalpatpura village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dalpatpura?
Dalpatpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dalpatpura?
The pincode of Dalpatpura is 345024.
What is the population of Dalpatpura?
Dalpatpura has a total population of 1,361, including 730 males and 631 females.
How many households are there in Dalpatpura?
There are 204 households in Dalpatpura.
What is the literacy rate in Dalpatpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dalpatpura is 19.54%. Male literacy is 26.99% and female literacy is 10.94%.