Kishanpura Village - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Kishanpura is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Nananiyai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kishanpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kishanpura is 086308. The village covers a total geographical area of 1059 hectares and falls under the 345021 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kishanpura 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 Kishanpura
As per Census 2011, Kishanpura village has a total population of 819 people, consisting of 432 males and 387 females. The village has 145 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 191 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 295 literate and 524 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kishanpura are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 819 | 432 | 387 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 100 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 295 | 206 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 524 | 226 | 298 |
Nearby Villages of Kishanpura
Kishanpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Suganpura | North-East | 3.50 km |
| That | East | 4.13 km |
| Guddi | South-East | 5.92 km |
| Modardi | South-West | 6.09 km |
| Kelawa | North | 6.24 km |
| Ranjeetpura | South-East | 8.70 km |
| Paboopadiya Bankna | East | 9.02 km |
| Rampura | South-West | 10.12 km |
| Devalpura | South-East | 10.78 km |
| Pratapgarh | South | 10.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kishanpura
Kishanpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Odhaniya Chacha, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.9 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pokaran to Kishanpura is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Kishanpura is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kishanpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kishanpura 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kishanpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kishanpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kishanpura
Where is Kishanpura located?
Kishanpura village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kishanpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Kishanpura is Nananiyai.
What is the pincode of Kishanpura?
The pincode of Kishanpura is 345021.
What is the population of Kishanpura?
Kishanpura has a total population of 819, including 432 males and 387 females.
How many households are there in Kishanpura?
There are 145 households in Kishanpura.
What is the literacy rate in Kishanpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kishanpura is 36.02%. Male literacy is 47.69% and female literacy is 23.00%.