Jaimalan - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Jaimalan is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Jaimalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaimalan is 086357. The village covers a total geographical area of 5289.73 hectares and falls under the 345024 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Jaimalan 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 Jaimalan
According to the 2011 Census, Jaimalan village had a total population of 923 people, including 481 males and 442 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.29%, with male literacy at 74.15% and female literacy at 40.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 180, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 74.
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 | 923 | 481 | 442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 98 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 89 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 422 | 284 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 501 | 197 | 304 |
Nearby Villages of Jaimalan
Jaimalan 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 | North | 4.82 km |
| Jaswantpura | South-West | 5.52 km |
| Pratapgarh | West | 6.08 km |
| Raisinghpura | South-East | 6.55 km |
| Phusasar | South-East | 6.87 km |
| Guddi | North | 7.03 km |
| Teliwara | South | 7.33 km |
| Hayatpura | South-West | 8.50 km |
| Sodhasar | South-East | 9.18 km |
| Devalpura | North-East | 9.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jaimalan
Public transport in the Jaimalan is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pokran, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.7 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 Jaimalan is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Jaimalan is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaimalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaimalan 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 Jaimalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaimalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Jaimalan
Where is Jaimalan located?
Jaimalan village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jaimalan?
Jaimalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jaimalan?
The pincode of Jaimalan is 345024.
What is the population of Jaimalan?
Jaimalan had a total population of 923, including 481 males and 442 females.
How many households are there in Jaimalan?
Jaimalan had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaimalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaimalan was 58.29%. Male literacy was 74.15% and female literacy was 40.47%.