Tolesar Purohitan - Balesar, Jodhpur
Tolesar Purohitan is a village situated in the Balesar tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 65 km from Shergarh and around 42 km from Jodhpur. Bhatelai Purohitan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tolesar Purohitan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tolesar Purohitan is 085521. The village covers a total geographical area of 1550.17 hectares and falls under the 342001 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Tolesar Purohitan 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 Tolesar Purohitan
As per Census 2011, Tolesar Purohitan village has a total population of 1,252 people, consisting of 633 males and 619 females. The village has 192 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 252 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 600 literate and 652 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tolesar Purohitan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,252 | 633 | 619 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 119 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 27 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 600 | 417 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 652 | 216 | 436 |
Nearby Villages of Tolesar Purohitan
Tolesar Purohitan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tolesar Charnan | North-East | 2.74 km |
| Pannisar | North-West | 3.96 km |
| Konari | North | 4.01 km |
| Hanumangarh | South | 4.51 km |
| Bhatelai Charnan | South-East | 4.66 km |
| Ajeet Nagar | North-East | 4.89 km |
| Udaisar | West | 5.57 km |
| Bhatelai Purohitan | South-East | 5.90 km |
| Lunaopura | North | 6.24 km |
| Bambor Darjiyan | East | 6.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tolesar Purohitan
Tolesar Purohitan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tivari, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jodhpur to Tolesar Purohitan is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tolesar Purohitan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tolesar Purohitan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tolesar Purohitan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tolesar Purohitan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tolesar Purohitan
Where is Tolesar Purohitan located?
Tolesar Purohitan village is located in Balesar Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tolesar Purohitan?
The Gram Panchayat of Tolesar Purohitan is Bhatelai Purohitan.
What is the pincode of Tolesar Purohitan?
The pincode of Tolesar Purohitan is 342001.
What is the population of Tolesar Purohitan?
Tolesar Purohitan has a total population of 1,252, including 633 males and 619 females.
How many households are there in Tolesar Purohitan?
There are 192 households in Tolesar Purohitan.
What is the literacy rate in Tolesar Purohitan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tolesar Purohitan is 47.92%. Male literacy is 65.88% and female literacy is 29.56%.