Nachna - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Nachna is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 85 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Nachna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nachna is 086210. The village covers a total geographical area of 38719 hectares and falls under the 345028 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Nachna 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 Nachna
As per Census 2011, Nachna village has a total population of 6,335 people, consisting of 3,369 males and 2,966 females. The village has 1,093 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,078 literate and 3,257 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,542 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 636 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nachna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,335 | 3,369 | 2,966 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,104 | 583 | 521 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,542 | 818 | 724 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 636 | 333 | 303 |
| Literate Population | 3,078 | 2,002 | 1,076 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,257 | 1,367 | 1,890 |
Nearby Villages of Nachna
Nachna 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 Nachna
Nachna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Nachna has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pokaran to Nachna is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Nachna is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nachna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nachna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nachna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nachna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nachna
Where is Nachna located?
Nachna village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nachna?
Nachna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nachna?
The pincode of Nachna is 345028.
What is the population of Nachna?
Nachna has a total population of 6,335, including 3,369 males and 2,966 females.
How many households are there in Nachna?
There are 1,093 households in Nachna.
What is the literacy rate in Nachna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nachna is 48.59%. Male literacy is 59.42% and female literacy is 36.28%.