Saiyon Ka Tala - Chohtan, Barmer
Saiyon Ka Tala is a village situated in the Chohtan tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chohtan and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Barmer. Saiyon Ka Tala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saiyon Ka Tala is 088814. The village covers a total geographical area of 1255.16 hectares and falls under the 344702 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Saiyon Ka Tala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chohtan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saiyon Ka Tala
As per Census 2011, Saiyon Ka Tala village has a total population of 1,111 people, consisting of 577 males and 534 females. The village has 203 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 590 literate and 521 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saiyon Ka Tala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,111 | 577 | 534 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 118 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 41 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 590 | 353 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 521 | 224 | 297 |
Nearby Villages of Saiyon Ka Tala
Saiyon Ka Tala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Azad Nagar | North-West | 1.51 km |
| Sauwon Ka Tala | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Adarsh Nagar | North | 2.86 km |
| Kharawala | East | 3.87 km |
| Mehrangadh | West | 3.98 km |
| Khairaj Ka Tala | North-West | 4.35 km |
| Bhaduoy Ka Tala | North-East | 4.71 km |
| Ummed Nagar | West | 5.66 km |
| Nimbala | East | 6.02 km |
| Hazi Jamasar | South | 6.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saiyon Ka Tala
Public transport in the Saiyon Ka Tala is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jasai, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 143.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barmer to Saiyon Ka Tala is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saiyon Ka Tala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saiyon Ka Tala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Saiyon Ka Tala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saiyon Ka Tala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saiyon Ka Tala
Where is Saiyon Ka Tala located?
Saiyon Ka Tala village is located in Chohtan Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saiyon Ka Tala?
Saiyon Ka Tala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saiyon Ka Tala?
The pincode of Saiyon Ka Tala is 344702.
What is the population of Saiyon Ka Tala?
Saiyon Ka Tala has a total population of 1,111, including 577 males and 534 females.
How many households are there in Saiyon Ka Tala?
There are 203 households in Saiyon Ka Tala.
What is the literacy rate in Saiyon Ka Tala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saiyon Ka Tala is 53.11%. Male literacy is 61.18% and female literacy is 44.38%.