Sanchore district
Sanchore district | |
|---|---|
Location of Jalore district in Rajasthan | |
| Country | India |
| State | Rajasthan |
| Division | Pali |
| Established | 7 August 2023 |
| Headquarters | Sanchore |
| Area | |
• Total | 2,996 km2 (1,157 sq mi) |
| Population (2011) | |
• Total | 845,430 |
| • Density | 280/km2 (730/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+05:30 (IST) |
| PIN | 343041 |
| Vehicle registration | RJ-46 |
| Website | sanchore |
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Sanchore district was a district of the state of Rajasthan in western India. Its administrative headquarters was the city of Sanchore. The district came into existence on 7 August 2023 as one of the 19 new districts of Rajasthan announced by Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, by separating from Jalore district. After one year, on 28 Dec 2024 new Rajasthan cabinet decided to remove Sanchore as district and a notification was issued on the next day for the same. Meghwal is larger and dominant ethnic group of district. Bishnoi, Anjana and Rajput also have significant population in district.
- Sanchore is a town in the Thar Desert region of Rajasthan.
- It is known for its rich cultural heritage, historical significance and vibrant local community.