Shastrinagar - Ramgarh, Jaisalmer
Shastrinagar is a village situated in the Ramgarh tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 107 km from Jaisalmer and around 107 km from Jaisalmer. Shastri Nagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shastrinagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shastrinagar is 085914. The village covers a total geographical area of 186.8 hectares and falls under the 345001 pincode. Jaisalmer is the nearest town, located about 107 km away.
Shastrinagar 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 Shastrinagar
According to the 2011 Census, Shastrinagar village had a total population of 1,392 people, including 758 males and 634 females, living in 300 households. The sex ratio was 836 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.86%, with male literacy at 75.62% and female literacy at 43.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 52.
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 | 1,392 | 758 | 634 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 114 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 49 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 31 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 723 | 487 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 669 | 271 | 398 |
Transport and Connectivity of Shastrinagar
Public transport in the Shastrinagar is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Shastrinagar is about 107 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shastrinagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shastrinagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shastrinagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shastrinagar 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shastrinagar
Where is Shastrinagar located?
Shastrinagar village is located in Ramgarh Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shastrinagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Shastrinagar is Shastri Nagar.
What is the pincode of Shastrinagar?
The pincode of Shastrinagar is 345001.
What is the population of Shastrinagar?
Shastrinagar had a total population of 1,392, including 758 males and 634 females.
How many households are there in Shastrinagar?
Shastrinagar had 300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shastrinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shastrinagar was 60.86%. Male literacy was 75.62% and female literacy was 43.38%.