Veeramdeora Village - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Veeramdeora is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Ramdeora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Veeramdeora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veeramdeora is 086273. The village covers a total geographical area of 2193 hectares and falls under the 345023 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Veeramdeora 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 Veeramdeora
As per Census 2011, Veeramdeora village has a total population of 771 people, consisting of 412 males and 359 females. The village has 139 households and a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 442 literate and 329 illiterate residents. Additionally, 202 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veeramdeora are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 771 | 412 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 62 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 202 | 112 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 442 | 285 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 127 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Veeramdeora
Veeramdeora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramdeora | West | 3.97 km |
| Sarnayat | North-East | 5.21 km |
| Sujasar | North | 5.89 km |
| Eka | South-East | 6.04 km |
| Galar | North-East | 8.77 km |
| Didaniya | South | 10.11 km |
| Udawat Nagar | North | 10.22 km |
| Mawa | North-West | 10.84 km |
| Gomat | South-West | 11.03 km |
| Hanumanpura | South-East | 11.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Veeramdeora
Veeramdeora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ramdevra, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Veeramdeora is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Veeramdeora is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veeramdeora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veeramdeora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Veeramdeora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veeramdeora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Veeramdeora
Where is Veeramdeora located?
Veeramdeora village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veeramdeora?
The Gram Panchayat of Veeramdeora is Ramdeora.
What is the pincode of Veeramdeora?
The pincode of Veeramdeora is 345023.
What is the population of Veeramdeora?
Veeramdeora has a total population of 771, including 412 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Veeramdeora?
There are 139 households in Veeramdeora.
What is the literacy rate in Veeramdeora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veeramdeora is 57.33%. Male literacy is 69.17% and female literacy is 43.73%.