Kishanpura - Shergarh, Jodhpur
Kishanpura is a village situated in the Shergarh tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shergarh and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Suwaliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kishanpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kishanpura is 085293. The village covers a total geographical area of 621.23 hectares and falls under the 342022 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 120 km away.
Kishanpura 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 Kishanpura
According to the 2011 Census, Kishanpura village had a total population of 864 people, including 456 males and 408 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.80%, with male literacy at 65.01% and female literacy at 26.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 393, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 250.
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 | 864 | 456 | 408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 113 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 197 | 196 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 250 | 145 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 307 | 223 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 557 | 233 | 324 |
Nearby Villages of Kishanpura
Kishanpura 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 Kishanpura
Public transport in the Kishanpura is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jodhpur to Kishanpura is about 120 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kishanpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kishanpura 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 Kishanpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kishanpura 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 Kishanpura
Where is Kishanpura located?
Kishanpura village is located in Shergarh Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kishanpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Kishanpura is Suwaliya.
What is the pincode of Kishanpura?
The pincode of Kishanpura is 342022.
What is the population of Kishanpura?
Kishanpura had a total population of 864, including 456 males and 408 females.
How many households are there in Kishanpura?
Kishanpura had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kishanpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kishanpura was 46.80%. Male literacy was 65.01% and female literacy was 26.84%.