Hafiya @ Sankhli - Gadraroad, Barmer
Hafiya @ Sankhli is a village situated in the Gadraroad tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 90 km from Sheo and around 140 km from Barmer. Kubriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hafiya @ Sankhli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hafiya @ Sankhli is 086679. The village covers a total geographical area of 1912 hectares and falls under the 344011 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 140 km away.
Hafiya @ Sankhli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sheo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hafiya @ Sankhli
According to the 2011 Census, Hafiya @ Sankhli village had a total population of 243 people, including 137 males and 106 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 774 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.29%, with male literacy at 74.76% and female literacy at 38.10%.
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 | 243 | 137 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 34 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 77 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 60 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Hafiya @ Sankhli
Hafiya @ Sankhli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shastri Gaon | North-West | 5.69 km |
| Ratreri Khurd | South | 6.04 km |
| Kubriya | North-East | 6.55 km |
| Sadhon Ki Basti | South-East | 6.63 km |
| Ratreri Kalan | South-West | 8.67 km |
| Gangapura | East | 8.86 km |
| Bandhara | North | 9.87 km |
| Nohdiyala | North-West | 10.15 km |
| Asari Sindhiyan | North-East | 11.24 km |
| Ugeri | East | 11.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hafiya @ Sankhli
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Hafiya @ Sankhli. The nearest railway station is Gadra Road, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Hafiya @ Sankhli is about 140 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hafiya @ Sankhli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hafiya @ Sankhli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Hafiya @ Sankhli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hafiya @ Sankhli 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 Hafiya @ Sankhli
Where is Hafiya @ Sankhli located?
Hafiya @ Sankhli village is located in Gadraroad Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Hafiya @ Sankhli?
The Gram Panchayat of Hafiya @ Sankhli is Kubriya.
What is the pincode of Hafiya @ Sankhli?
The pincode of Hafiya @ Sankhli is 344011.
What is the population of Hafiya @ Sankhli?
Hafiya @ Sankhli had a total population of 243, including 137 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Hafiya @ Sankhli?
Hafiya @ Sankhli had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hafiya @ Sankhli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hafiya @ Sankhli was 58.29%. Male literacy was 74.76% and female literacy was 38.10%.