Shri Bhanwar Nagar - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Shri Bhanwar Nagar is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Ghantiyali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shri Bhanwar Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shri Bhanwar Nagar is 086228. The village covers a total geographical area of 788 hectares and falls under the 345028 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Shri Bhanwar Nagar 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 Shri Bhanwar Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Shri Bhanwar Nagar village had a total population of 359 people, including 199 males and 160 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 804 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.56%, with male literacy at 42.68% and female literacy at 28.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 80, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 35.
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 | 359 | 199 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 43 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 67 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 132 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Shri Bhanwar Nagar
Shri Bhanwar Nagar 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 Shri Bhanwar Nagar
Public transport in the Shri Bhanwar Nagar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Shri Bhanwar Nagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Shri Bhanwar Nagar is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Shri Bhanwar Nagar is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shri Bhanwar Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shri Bhanwar Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shri Bhanwar Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shri Bhanwar Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shri Bhanwar Nagar
Where is Shri Bhanwar Nagar located?
Shri Bhanwar Nagar village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shri Bhanwar Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Shri Bhanwar Nagar is Ghantiyali.
What is the pincode of Shri Bhanwar Nagar?
The pincode of Shri Bhanwar Nagar is 345028.
What is the population of Shri Bhanwar Nagar?
Shri Bhanwar Nagar had a total population of 359, including 199 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Shri Bhanwar Nagar?
Shri Bhanwar Nagar had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shri Bhanwar Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shri Bhanwar Nagar was 36.56%. Male literacy was 42.68% and female literacy was 28.69%.