Shahid Railipur - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Shahid Railipur is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 124 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Ujlan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahid Railipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahid Railipur is 086301. The village covers a total geographical area of 489 hectares and falls under the 345021 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Shahid Railipur 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 Shahid Railipur
According to the 2011 Census, Shahid Railipur village had a total population of 416 people, including 213 males and 203 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.55%, with male literacy at 61.29% and female literacy at 17.95%.
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 | 416 | 213 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 58 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 95 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 293 | 118 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Shahid Railipur
Shahid Railipur 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 Shahid Railipur
Public transport in the Shahid Railipur is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Shahid Railipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shahid Railipur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Shahid Railipur is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahid Railipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahid Railipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shahid Railipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahid Railipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shahid Railipur
Where is Shahid Railipur located?
Shahid Railipur village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shahid Railipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahid Railipur is Ujlan.
What is the pincode of Shahid Railipur?
The pincode of Shahid Railipur is 345021.
What is the population of Shahid Railipur?
Shahid Railipur had a total population of 416, including 213 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Shahid Railipur?
Shahid Railipur had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahid Railipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahid Railipur was 39.55%. Male literacy was 61.29% and female literacy was 17.95%.