Pokaran
Pokaran is a village located in Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Pokaran (tehsildar office) and 103km away from district headquarter Jaisalmer. As per 2009 stats, Didaniya is the gram panchayat of Pokaran village.
Here you can discover what makes Pokaran unique in its vibrant Pokaran-Jaisalmer region. You’ll see Pokaran’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Pokaran
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pokaran is 086290. The village spans a total geographical area of 13915 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 345021. Pokaran is nearest town to Pokaran village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Pokaran
Population of Pokaran
According to the 2011 Census, Pokaran has a total population of about 860, with approximately 436 males and 424 females. The sex ratio is around 972 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 205 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 13 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.79%, with male literacy at about 48.85% and female literacy near 26.42%. There are around 147 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pokaran's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 860 | 436 | 424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 104 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 325 | 213 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 535 | 223 | 312 |
Connectivity of Pokaran
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pokaran. As per the 2011 stats, Pokaran had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Pokaran
Knowing the nearby villages of Pokaran helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pokaran.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pokaran
- Where is Pokaran located?
- Pokaran village is situated in Pokaran Tehsil, within the Jaisalmer district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pokaran?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pokaran is Didaniya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pokaran?
- The pincode of Pokaran is 345021, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pokaran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pokaran is 860, with 436 males and 424 females.
- How many households are there in Pokaran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pokaran village has a total of 147 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pokaran as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pokaran is 37.79%. The male literacy rate is 48.85%, while the female literacy rate is 26.42%.