Veeram Pura - Shergarh, Jodhpur
Veeram Pura is a village situated in the Shergarh tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shergarh and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Sointara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Veeram Pura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veeram Pura is 085469. The village covers a total geographical area of 471 hectares and falls under the 342022 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Veeram Pura 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 Veeram Pura
According to the 2011 Census, Veeram Pura village had a total population of 400 people, including 207 males and 193 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.22%, with male literacy at 85.06% and female literacy at 56.44%.
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 | 400 | 207 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 240 | 148 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 59 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Veeram Pura
Veeram Pura 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 Veeram Pura
Public transport in the Veeram Pura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Veeram Pura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Veeram Pura is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veeram Pura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veeram Pura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Veeram Pura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veeram Pura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Veeram Pura
Where is Veeram Pura located?
Veeram Pura village is located in Shergarh Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veeram Pura?
The Gram Panchayat of Veeram Pura is Sointara.
What is the pincode of Veeram Pura?
The pincode of Veeram Pura is 342022.
What is the population of Veeram Pura?
Veeram Pura had a total population of 400, including 207 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Veeram Pura?
Veeram Pura had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Veeram Pura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veeram Pura was 71.22%. Male literacy was 85.06% and female literacy was 56.44%.