Punamnagar - Ramgarh, Jaisalmer
Punamnagar is a village situated in the Ramgarh tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 50 km from Jaisalmer and around 50 km from Jaisalmer. Poonam Nagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punamnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punamnagar is 085884. The village covers a total geographical area of 15510 hectares and falls under the 345001 pincode. Jaisalmer is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Punamnagar 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 Punamnagar
According to the 2011 Census, Punamnagar village had a total population of 2,569 people, including 1,347 males and 1,222 females, living in 411 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.49%, with male literacy at 84.13% and female literacy at 42.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 191.
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 | 2,569 | 1,347 | 1,222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 536 | 282 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 104 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,311 | 896 | 415 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,258 | 451 | 807 |
Nearby Villages of Punamnagar
Punamnagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dilawar Ka Gaon | West | 6.42 km |
| Serawa | North | 9.04 km |
| Mokla | East | 9.69 km |
| Mandhlaniyon Ka Gaon | South-West | 10.29 km |
| Surron Ki Dhani | West | 10.84 km |
| Sonoo | North | 11.50 km |
| Ratan Ka Gaon | West | 12.22 km |
| Tibansar | South-West | 13.46 km |
| Chhatrel | South | 13.91 km |
| Bhatiya Khareen | South-East | 14.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punamnagar
Punamnagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jaisalmer, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Punamnagar is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punamnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punamnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Punamnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punamnagar 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 Punamnagar
Where is Punamnagar located?
Punamnagar village is located in Ramgarh Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Punamnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Punamnagar is Poonam Nagar.
What is the pincode of Punamnagar?
The pincode of Punamnagar is 345001.
What is the population of Punamnagar?
Punamnagar had a total population of 2,569, including 1,347 males and 1,222 females.
How many households are there in Punamnagar?
Punamnagar had 411 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punamnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punamnagar was 64.49%. Male literacy was 84.13% and female literacy was 42.87%.