Panche Ka Tala - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Panche Ka Tala is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 95 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Panche Ka Tala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panche Ka Tala is 086211. The village covers a total geographical area of 18608 hectares and falls under the 345028 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Panche Ka Tala 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 Panche Ka Tala
As per Census 2011, Panche Ka Tala village has a total population of 1,702 people, consisting of 904 males and 798 females. The village has 311 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 368 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 389 literate and 1,313 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panche Ka Tala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,702 | 904 | 798 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 368 | 195 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 50 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 389 | 293 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,313 | 611 | 702 |
Nearby Villages of Panche Ka Tala
Panche Ka Tala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Naseerpura | South-East | 2.95 km |
| Gosarsool Nagar | South-West | 6.56 km |
| Tavarinagar | North | 7.82 km |
| Kabeerpura | North-West | 10.04 km |
| Sakariya | South | 12.55 km |
| Bharewala | North | 17.10 km |
| Major Mangal Nagar | East | 17.68 km |
| Bhadariya | South-East | 18.68 km |
| Meerpura | North-East | 19.01 km |
| Alipura | East | 19.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panche Ka Tala
Public transport in the Panche Ka Tala is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shri Bhadriya Lathi, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Panche Ka Tala is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Panche Ka Tala is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panche Ka Tala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panche Ka Tala 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 Panche Ka Tala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panche Ka Tala 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 Panche Ka Tala
Where is Panche Ka Tala located?
Panche Ka Tala village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panche Ka Tala?
Panche Ka Tala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panche Ka Tala?
The pincode of Panche Ka Tala is 345028.
What is the population of Panche Ka Tala?
Panche Ka Tala has a total population of 1,702, including 904 males and 798 females.
How many households are there in Panche Ka Tala?
There are 311 households in Panche Ka Tala.
What is the literacy rate in Panche Ka Tala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panche Ka Tala is 22.86%. Male literacy is 32.41% and female literacy is 12.03%.