Udawat Nagar - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Udawat Nagar is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 145 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Sada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Udawat Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udawat Nagar is 086267. The village covers a total geographical area of 1498 hectares and falls under the 345023 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Udawat 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 Udawat Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Udawat Nagar village had a total population of 81 people, including 46 males and 35 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 761 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.73%, with male literacy at 86.84% and female literacy at 53.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27.
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 | 81 | 46 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 33 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 13 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Udawat Nagar
Udawat Nagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sujasar | South | 4.63 km |
| Sada | North-West | 5.86 km |
| Galar | South-East | 5.87 km |
| Jesairi | North | 7.71 km |
| Narayan Hari | North-East | 8.30 km |
| Naya Malka | North-West | 8.65 km |
| Sarnayat | South-East | 8.87 km |
| Mawa | West | 9.06 km |
| Tekra | North | 9.26 km |
| Veeramdeora | South | 10.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Udawat Nagar
Public transport in the Udawat Nagar is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Ramdevra, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pokaran to Udawat Nagar is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Udawat Nagar is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udawat Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udawat Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Udawat 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 Udawat 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Udawat Nagar
Where is Udawat Nagar located?
Udawat Nagar village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Udawat Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Udawat Nagar is Sada.
What is the pincode of Udawat Nagar?
The pincode of Udawat Nagar is 345023.
What is the population of Udawat Nagar?
Udawat Nagar had a total population of 81, including 46 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Udawat Nagar?
Udawat Nagar had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Udawat Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udawat Nagar was 72.73%. Male literacy was 86.84% and female literacy was 53.57%.