Hemgarh - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Hemgarh is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Jaimalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hemgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hemgarh is 086356. The village covers a total geographical area of 731 hectares and falls under the 345024 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Hemgarh 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 Hemgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Hemgarh village had a total population of 226 people, including 117 males and 109 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.63%, with male literacy at 73.12% and female literacy at 32.56%.
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 | 226 | 117 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 68 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 49 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Hemgarh
Hemgarh 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 Hemgarh
Public transport in the Hemgarh is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Hemgarh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Hemgarh is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Hemgarh is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hemgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hemgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hemgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hemgarh 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hemgarh
Where is Hemgarh located?
Hemgarh village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Hemgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Hemgarh is Jaimalan.
What is the pincode of Hemgarh?
The pincode of Hemgarh is 345024.
What is the population of Hemgarh?
Hemgarh had a total population of 226, including 117 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Hemgarh?
Hemgarh had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hemgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hemgarh was 53.63%. Male literacy was 73.12% and female literacy was 32.56%.