Raisar - Shergarh, Jodhpur
Raisar is a village situated in the Shergarh tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shergarh and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Raisar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raisar is 085390. The village covers a total geographical area of 2829 hectares and falls under the 342022 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Raisar 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 Raisar
As per Census 2011, Raisar village has a total population of 3,752 people, consisting of 1,983 males and 1,769 females. The village has 572 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 721 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,881 literate and 1,871 illiterate residents. Additionally, 638 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 472 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raisar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,752 | 1,983 | 1,769 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 721 | 376 | 345 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 638 | 348 | 290 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 472 | 245 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 1,881 | 1,271 | 610 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,871 | 712 | 1,159 |
Nearby Villages of Raisar
Raisar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhokalsar | North-East | 3.40 km |
| Ratanpura | South | 3.66 km |
| Abhaygarh | South-East | 4.05 km |
| Ranjeetgarh | West | 4.16 km |
| Baori | North | 4.18 km |
| Suryodainagar | North-West | 6.16 km |
| Rajendra Nagar | South-West | 7.01 km |
| Dalpatnagar | South-East | 7.07 km |
| Jawahar Nagar | East | 7.31 km |
| Bhatner Nagar | North-East | 7.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raisar
Public transport in the Raisar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tivari, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jodhpur to Raisar is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raisar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raisar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raisar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raisar 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 Raisar
Where is Raisar located?
Raisar village is located in Shergarh Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raisar?
Raisar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raisar?
The pincode of Raisar is 342022.
What is the population of Raisar?
Raisar has a total population of 3,752, including 1,983 males and 1,769 females.
How many households are there in Raisar?
There are 572 households in Raisar.
What is the literacy rate in Raisar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raisar is 50.13%. Male literacy is 64.09% and female literacy is 34.48%.