Devawala Gaon - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Devawala Gaon is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 150 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 200 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Dhakalwala Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devawala Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devawala Gaon is 086205. The village covers a total geographical area of 361 hectares and falls under the 345028 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 150 km away.
Devawala Gaon 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 Devawala Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Devawala Gaon village had a total population of 343 people, including 190 males and 153 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 805 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.70%, with male literacy at 75.64% and female literacy at 42.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 89, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 343 | 190 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 34 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 47 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 173 | 118 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 72 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Devawala Gaon
Devawala Gaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Meerpura | South-West | 3.87 km |
| Dhakalwala Gaon | North-West | 4.73 km |
| Akal Ka Tala | North-West | 7.03 km |
| Shakti Nagar | East | 8.45 km |
| Alipura | South | 8.60 km |
| Tarpura | North-East | 8.93 km |
| Jasanipura | North | 10.89 km |
| Karanpur | North | 11.50 km |
| Bharamsar | East | 13.40 km |
| Sohanpura | South-East | 13.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devawala Gaon
Public transport in the Devawala Gaon 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 112.0 km.
| 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 <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pokaran to Devawala Gaon is about 150 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Devawala Gaon is about 200 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devawala Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devawala Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Devawala Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devawala Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Devawala Gaon
Where is Devawala Gaon located?
Devawala Gaon village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Devawala Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Devawala Gaon is Dhakalwala Gaon.
What is the pincode of Devawala Gaon?
The pincode of Devawala Gaon is 345028.
What is the population of Devawala Gaon?
Devawala Gaon had a total population of 343, including 190 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Devawala Gaon?
Devawala Gaon had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devawala Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devawala Gaon was 60.70%. Male literacy was 75.64% and female literacy was 42.64%.