Raniya Desipura - Kalyanpur, Balotra
Raniya Desipura is a village situated in the Kalyanpur tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 65 km from Pachpadra and around 165 km from Barmer. Dhani Shankhala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raniya Desipura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raniya Desipura is 087520. The village covers a total geographical area of 1437 hectares and falls under the 344026 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Raniya Desipura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachpadra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raniya Desipura
According to the 2011 Census, Raniya Desipura village had a total population of 1,090 people, including 558 males and 532 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.28%, with male literacy at 88.06% and female literacy at 64.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 86.
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 | 1,090 | 558 | 532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 89 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 701 | 413 | 288 |
| Illiterate Population | 389 | 145 | 244 |
Nearby Villages of Raniya Desipura
Raniya Desipura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vandaron Ki Dhani | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Rawali Nadi | South-West | 3.07 km |
| Tejsingh Ki Dhani | East | 3.15 km |
| Padiyaron Ki Dhani | West | 3.83 km |
| Dharmsar | North | 4.09 km |
| Bhalaron Ka Bara | South | 4.85 km |
| Alechari | North-West | 5.36 km |
| Girad Ka Dhana | East | 5.45 km |
| Soorpura | South-West | 5.80 km |
| Hotarda | South | 5.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raniya Desipura
Raniya Desipura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Samdhari Jn, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Raniya Desipura is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barmer to Raniya Desipura is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raniya Desipura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raniya Desipura 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 Raniya Desipura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raniya Desipura 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 Raniya Desipura
Where is Raniya Desipura located?
Raniya Desipura village is located in Kalyanpur Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raniya Desipura?
The Gram Panchayat of Raniya Desipura is Dhani Shankhala.
What is the pincode of Raniya Desipura?
The pincode of Raniya Desipura is 344026.
What is the population of Raniya Desipura?
Raniya Desipura had a total population of 1,090, including 558 males and 532 females.
How many households are there in Raniya Desipura?
Raniya Desipura had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raniya Desipura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raniya Desipura was 76.28%. Male literacy was 88.06% and female literacy was 64.00%.