Jaswantpura - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Jaswantpura 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 105 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Dalpatpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaswantpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaswantpura is 086355. The village covers a total geographical area of 2242 hectares and falls under the 345024 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Jaswantpura 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 Jaswantpura
According to the 2011 Census, Jaswantpura village had a total population of 610 people, including 334 males and 276 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 826 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.55%, with male literacy at 86.64% and female literacy at 49.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 101.
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 | 610 | 334 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 72 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 63 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 227 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 107 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Jaswantpura
Jaswantpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hayatpura | South-West | 2.99 km |
| Teliwara | South-East | 5.05 km |
| Jaimalan | North-East | 5.52 km |
| Doodhiya | South-West | 5.80 km |
| Pratapgarh | North-West | 6.42 km |
| Sardarsingh Ki Dhani | South | 6.45 km |
| Dalpatpura | West | 7.21 km |
| Phusasar | East | 7.37 km |
| Naharkhansar | South | 8.60 km |
| Sodhasar | South-East | 8.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jaswantpura
Public transport in the Jaswantpura 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 76.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pokaran to Jaswantpura is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Jaswantpura is about 105 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 Jaswantpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaswantpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jaswantpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaswantpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jaswantpura
Where is Jaswantpura located?
Jaswantpura village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jaswantpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaswantpura is Dalpatpura.
What is the pincode of Jaswantpura?
The pincode of Jaswantpura is 345024.
What is the population of Jaswantpura?
Jaswantpura had a total population of 610, including 334 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Jaswantpura?
Jaswantpura had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaswantpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaswantpura was 69.55%. Male literacy was 86.64% and female literacy was 49.55%.