Rampura - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Rampura is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 120 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Panche Ka Tala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rampura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampura is 086208. The village covers a total geographical area of 1036 hectares and falls under the 345028 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 120 km away.
Rampura 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 Rampura
According to the 2011 Census, Rampura village had a total population of 342 people, including 186 males and 156 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 839 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.01%, with male literacy at 54.79% and female literacy at 26.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 172.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 342 | 186 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 40 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 82 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 80 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 106 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Rampura
Rampura 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 Rampura
Public transport in the Rampura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Rampura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pokaran to Rampura is about 120 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Rampura is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rampura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rampura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rampura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rampura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rampura
Where is Rampura located?
Rampura village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rampura?
The Gram Panchayat of Rampura is Panche Ka Tala.
What is the pincode of Rampura?
The pincode of Rampura is 345028.
What is the population of Rampura?
Rampura had a total population of 342, including 186 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Rampura?
Rampura had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rampura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampura was 42.01%. Male literacy was 54.79% and female literacy was 26.83%.