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.
Pokaran has its own place in the vibrant Jaisalmer region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Pokaran as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pokaran village:
- The total population of Pokaran village is around 860, including approximately 436 males and 424 females, with a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 205 children aged 0–6 years in Pokaran village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pokaran village has 13 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Pokaran village is about 37.79%, with male literacy at 48.85% and female literacy at 26.42%.
- There are around 147 households in Pokaran village.
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%.