Kishangarh - Ramgarh, Jaisalmer
Kishangarh is a village situated in the Ramgarh tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 135 km from Jaisalmer and around 135 km from Jaisalmer. Tanot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kishangarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kishangarh is 085808. The village covers a total geographical area of 52988 hectares and falls under the 345022 pincode. Jaisalmer is the nearest town, located about 135 km away.
Kishangarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisalmer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kishangarh
As per Census 2011, Kishangarh village has a total population of 405 people, consisting of 381 males and 24 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 62 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 366 literate and 39 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kishangarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 405 | 381 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 27 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 12 | - |
| Literate Population | 366 | 361 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 20 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Kishangarh
Kishangarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Godhoowala | South-East | 19.69 km |
| Tanot | South-West | 22.62 km |
| Deetowala | South-East | 26.31 km |
| Bhutowala | South-East | 37.62 km |
| Raghwa | South | 40.74 km |
| Ranau | South | 41.99 km |
| Raimala | South-East | 42.54 km |
| Seuwa | South | 45.41 km |
| Sadhawala | South-West | 45.65 km |
| Sadhna | South | 49.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kishangarh
Kishangarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Thalyat Hamira, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaisalmer to Kishangarh is about 135 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kishangarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kishangarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kishangarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kishangarh 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kishangarh
Where is Kishangarh located?
Kishangarh village is located in Ramgarh Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kishangarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Kishangarh is Tanot.
What is the pincode of Kishangarh?
The pincode of Kishangarh is 345022.
What is the population of Kishangarh?
Kishangarh has a total population of 405, including 381 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Kishangarh?
There are 29 households in Kishangarh.
What is the literacy rate in Kishangarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kishangarh is 90.37%. Male literacy is 94.75% and female literacy is 20.83%.