Hemawas - Shergarh, Jodhpur
Hemawas is a village situated in the Shergarh tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shergarh and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Ramgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hemawas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hemawas is 085402. The village covers a total geographical area of 669.78 hectares and falls under the 342022 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 122 km away.
Hemawas 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 Hemawas
As per Census 2011, Hemawas village has a total population of 528 people, consisting of 279 males and 249 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 241 literate and 287 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hemawas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 528 | 279 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 40 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 64 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 166 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 113 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Hemawas
Hemawas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhopal Nagar | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Ramgarh | East | 2.25 km |
| Gumansinghpura | North-East | 4.22 km |
| Jamda Laxmangarh | North-West | 4.26 km |
| Mohangarh | South | 4.28 km |
| Ramnagar | North-East | 5.66 km |
| Khum Nagar | South-West | 5.93 km |
| Ratangarh | North | 6.11 km |
| Jognagar | West | 6.46 km |
| Genangarh | North | 6.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hemawas
Public transport in the Hemawas is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tilwara, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jodhpur to Hemawas is about 122 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hemawas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hemawas 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 Hemawas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hemawas 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 Hemawas
Where is Hemawas located?
Hemawas village is located in Shergarh Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hemawas?
The Gram Panchayat of Hemawas is Ramgarh.
What is the pincode of Hemawas?
The pincode of Hemawas is 342022.
What is the population of Hemawas?
Hemawas has a total population of 528, including 279 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Hemawas?
There are 97 households in Hemawas.
What is the literacy rate in Hemawas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hemawas is 45.64%. Male literacy is 59.50% and female literacy is 30.12%.