Malkot Village - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Malkot is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 63 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Khelana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malkot is 086387. The village covers a total geographical area of 219.75 hectares and falls under the 345026 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Malkot 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 Malkot
As per Census 2011, Malkot village has a total population of 171 people, consisting of 87 males and 84 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 40 literate and 131 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malkot are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 171 | 87 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 33 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 54 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Malkot
Malkot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hastinapur | South | 1.58 km |
| Khelana | North-West | 3.14 km |
| Bhinajpura | East | 3.40 km |
| Pratappura | North-East | 4.37 km |
| Rampuraiya | South | 5.26 km |
| Masooriya | East | 5.83 km |
| Govindgarh | West | 5.86 km |
| Bonada | South-West | 6.01 km |
| Rajgarh | West | 7.28 km |
| Sabalpura | West | 7.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malkot
Public transport in the Malkot 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 68.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pokaran to Malkot is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Malkot is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malkot 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 Malkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malkot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malkot
Where is Malkot located?
Malkot village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Malkot is Khelana.
What is the pincode of Malkot?
The pincode of Malkot is 345026.
What is the population of Malkot?
Malkot has a total population of 171, including 87 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Malkot?
There are 25 households in Malkot.
What is the literacy rate in Malkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malkot is 23.39%. Male literacy is 37.93% and female literacy is 8.33%.