Darash Nagar - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Darash Nagar is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Nananiyai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darash Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darash Nagar is 086285. The village covers a total geographical area of 924 hectares and falls under the 345031 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Darash Nagar 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 Darash Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Darash Nagar village had a total population of 419 people, including 220 males and 199 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.68%, with male literacy at 68.97% and female literacy at 36.18%.
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 | 419 | 220 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 46 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 120 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 100 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Darash Nagar
Darash Nagar 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 Darash Nagar
Public transport in the Darash Nagar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Darash Nagar.
| 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 Darash Nagar is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Darash Nagar is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darash Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darash Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darash Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darash Nagar 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 Darash Nagar
Where is Darash Nagar located?
Darash Nagar village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darash Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Darash Nagar is Nananiyai.
What is the pincode of Darash Nagar?
The pincode of Darash Nagar is 345031.
What is the population of Darash Nagar?
Darash Nagar had a total population of 419, including 220 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Darash Nagar?
Darash Nagar had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darash Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darash Nagar was 53.68%. Male literacy was 68.97% and female literacy was 36.18%.