Balesar Durgawata - Balesar, Jodhpur
Balesar Durgawata is a village situated in the Balesar tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 37 km from Shergarh and around 72 km from Jodhpur. Balesar Durgawata village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balesar Durgawata is 085379. The village covers a total geographical area of 715.1 hectares and falls under the 342023 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Balesar Durgawata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shergarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balesar Durgawata
According to the 2011 Census, Balesar Durgawata village had a total population of 4,939 people, including 2,588 males and 2,351 females, living in 811 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.48%, with male literacy at 80.23% and female literacy at 49.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 377, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 69.
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 | 4,939 | 2,588 | 2,351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 965 | 519 | 446 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 377 | 205 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 38 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 2,602 | 1,660 | 942 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,337 | 928 | 1,409 |
Nearby Villages of Balesar Durgawata
Balesar Durgawata is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Balesar Durgawata
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jodhpur to Balesar Durgawata is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Balesar Durgawata
Where is Balesar Durgawata located?
Balesar Durgawata village is located in Balesar Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balesar Durgawata?
Balesar Durgawata is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balesar Durgawata?
The pincode of Balesar Durgawata is 342023.
What is the population of Balesar Durgawata?
Balesar Durgawata had a total population of 4,939, including 2,588 males and 2,351 females.
How many households are there in Balesar Durgawata?
Balesar Durgawata had 811 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balesar Durgawata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balesar Durgawata was 65.48%. Male literacy was 80.23% and female literacy was 49.45%.