Veerawa - Chitalwana, Jalore
Veerawa is a village situated in the Chitalwana tehsil of Jalore district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 40 km from Sanchore and around 200 km from Jalor. Veerava serves as the Gram Panchayat for Veerawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veerawa is 089575. The village covers a total geographical area of 2025.05 hectares and falls under the 343041 pincode. Sanchore is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Veerawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanchore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Veerawa
As per Census 2011, Veerawa village has a total population of 3,353 people, consisting of 1,733 males and 1,620 females. The village has 616 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 539 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,697 literate and 1,656 illiterate residents. Additionally, 810 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veerawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,353 | 1,733 | 1,620 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 539 | 284 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 810 | 432 | 378 |
| Literate Population | 1,697 | 1,090 | 607 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,656 | 643 | 1,013 |
Nearby Villages of Veerawa
Veerawa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madaniyon Ki Dhani | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Hali Bao | West | 3.59 km |
| Meghawa | North-East | 3.65 km |
| Kundaki | North-West | 4.26 km |
| Sunta Koi | North | 4.63 km |
| Malipura | South-East | 5.39 km |
| Charneem | South-East | 5.46 km |
| Lalpura | South-West | 6.34 km |
| Agrawa | South-West | 7.40 km |
| Aaleti | North-West | 8.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Veerawa
Veerawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dugdol, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 165.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sanchore to Veerawa is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalor to Veerawa is about 200 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veerawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veerawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Veerawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veerawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Veerawa
Where is Veerawa located?
Veerawa village is located in Chitalwana Tehsil, Jalore district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veerawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Veerawa is Veerava.
What is the pincode of Veerawa?
The pincode of Veerawa is 343041.
What is the population of Veerawa?
Veerawa has a total population of 3,353, including 1,733 males and 1,620 females.
How many households are there in Veerawa?
There are 616 households in Veerawa.
What is the literacy rate in Veerawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veerawa is 50.61%. Male literacy is 62.90% and female literacy is 37.47%.