Naya Loonakalan - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Naya Loonakalan is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 113 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Khelana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naya Loonakalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naya Loonakalan is 086390. The village covers a total geographical area of 2868.8 hectares and falls under the 345026 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Naya Loonakalan 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 Naya Loonakalan
As per Census 2011, Naya Loonakalan village has a total population of 454 people, consisting of 239 males and 215 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 223 literate and 231 illiterate residents. Additionally, 243 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naya Loonakalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 454 | 239 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 44 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 124 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 151 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 231 | 88 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Naya Loonakalan
Naya Loonakalan 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 Naya Loonakalan
Naya Loonakalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Naya Loonakalan has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Naya Loonakalan is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Naya Loonakalan is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naya Loonakalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naya Loonakalan 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 Naya Loonakalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naya Loonakalan 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 Naya Loonakalan
Where is Naya Loonakalan located?
Naya Loonakalan village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naya Loonakalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Naya Loonakalan is Khelana.
What is the pincode of Naya Loonakalan?
The pincode of Naya Loonakalan is 345026.
What is the population of Naya Loonakalan?
Naya Loonakalan has a total population of 454, including 239 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Naya Loonakalan?
There are 79 households in Naya Loonakalan.
What is the literacy rate in Naya Loonakalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naya Loonakalan is 49.12%. Male literacy is 63.18% and female literacy is 33.49%.