Guddi - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Guddi is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Modardi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guddi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guddi is 086329. The village covers a total geographical area of 4706 hectares and falls under the 345021 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Guddi 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 Guddi
According to the 2011 Census, Guddi village had a total population of 839 people, including 420 males and 419 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 998 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.04%, with male literacy at 63.75% and female literacy at 31.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 76.
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 | 839 | 420 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 100 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 34 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 310 | 204 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 529 | 216 | 313 |
Nearby Villages of Guddi
Guddi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ranjeetpura | South-East | 2.79 km |
| That | North | 4.57 km |
| Kishanpura | North-West | 5.92 km |
| Devalpura | East | 6.34 km |
| Suganpura | North | 6.96 km |
| Jaimalan | South | 7.03 km |
| Modardi | West | 7.78 km |
| Pratapgarh | South-West | 8.12 km |
| Paboopadiya Bankna | North-East | 9.29 km |
| Barlimanda | North-East | 10.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Guddi
Public transport in the Guddi is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Pokran, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pokaran to Guddi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Guddi is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guddi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guddi 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Guddi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guddi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Guddi
Where is Guddi located?
Guddi village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Guddi?
The Gram Panchayat of Guddi is Modardi.
What is the pincode of Guddi?
The pincode of Guddi is 345021.
What is the population of Guddi?
Guddi had a total population of 839, including 420 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Guddi?
Guddi had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Guddi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guddi was 47.04%. Male literacy was 63.75% and female literacy was 31.27%.