Suganpura - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Suganpura is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 124 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Nananiyai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suganpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suganpura is 086306. The village covers a total geographical area of 576.19 hectares and falls under the 345021 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Suganpura 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 Suganpura
According to the 2011 Census, Suganpura village had a total population of 475 people, including 245 males and 230 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.32%, with male literacy at 78.19% and female literacy at 47.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 66.
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 | 475 | 245 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 57 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 36 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 233 | 147 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 98 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Suganpura
Suganpura is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| That | South-East | 2.76 km |
| Kishanpura | South-West | 3.50 km |
| Kelawa | North | 3.81 km |
| Paboopadiya Bankna | East | 5.80 km |
| Guddi | South | 6.96 km |
| Biliya | North-East | 7.73 km |
| Barlimanda | East | 8.89 km |
| Ranjeetpura | South | 9.54 km |
| Modardi | South-West | 9.57 km |
| Devalpura | South-East | 9.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Suganpura
Suganpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ashapura Gomat, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pokaran to Suganpura is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Suganpura 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 Suganpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suganpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Suganpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suganpura 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Suganpura
Where is Suganpura located?
Suganpura village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Suganpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Suganpura is Nananiyai.
What is the pincode of Suganpura?
The pincode of Suganpura is 345021.
What is the population of Suganpura?
Suganpura had a total population of 475, including 245 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Suganpura?
Suganpura had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suganpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suganpura was 63.32%. Male literacy was 78.19% and female literacy was 47.78%.