Rawal Nagar - Osian, Jodhpur
Rawal Nagar is a village situated in the Osian tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 57 km from the tehsil headquarters in Osian and around 119 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Bher serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rawal Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rawal Nagar is 084465. The village covers a total geographical area of 252.17 hectares and falls under the 342309 pincode. Phalodi is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Rawal Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Osian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rawal Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Rawal Nagar village had a total population of 372 people, including 193 males and 179 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.93%, with male literacy at 89.09% and female literacy at 55.03%.
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 | 372 | 193 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 229 | 147 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 46 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Rawal Nagar
Rawal Nagar 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 Rawal Nagar
Rawal Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Phalodi to Rawal Nagar is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jodhpur to Rawal Nagar is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rawal Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rawal Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rawal Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rawal Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rawal Nagar
Where is Rawal Nagar located?
Rawal Nagar village is located in Osian Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rawal Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Rawal Nagar is Bher.
What is the pincode of Rawal Nagar?
The pincode of Rawal Nagar is 342309.
What is the population of Rawal Nagar?
Rawal Nagar had a total population of 372, including 193 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Rawal Nagar?
Rawal Nagar had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rawal Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rawal Nagar was 72.93%. Male literacy was 89.09% and female literacy was 55.03%.