Ajbani - Ramsar, Barmer
Ajbani is a village situated in the Ramsar tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramsar and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Barmer. Boothiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ajbani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ajbani is 088470. The village covers a total geographical area of 1782.4 hectares and falls under the 344501 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Ajbani 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 Ajbani
As per Census 2011, Ajbani village has a total population of 1,003 people, consisting of 518 males and 485 females. The village has 174 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 241 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 453 literate and 550 illiterate residents. Additionally, 60 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ajbani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,003 | 518 | 485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 122 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 35 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 12 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 453 | 308 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 550 | 210 | 340 |
Nearby Villages of Ajbani
Ajbani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Naisiyae | South-East | 4.13 km |
| Sagrani | South | 4.72 km |
| Virmiyar | East | 4.76 km |
| Detani | North-East | 5.15 km |
| Tirmohi | North-West | 5.60 km |
| Alarakh Ka Par | South | 7.02 km |
| Siyai | South-East | 7.29 km |
| Gagariya Station | South | 7.74 km |
| Kantal Ka Par | South-East | 7.78 km |
| Jheloon | West | 7.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ajbani
Ajbani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gagariya, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barmer to Ajbani is about 80 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 Ajbani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ajbani 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 Ajbani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ajbani 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 Ajbani
Where is Ajbani located?
Ajbani village is located in Ramsar Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ajbani?
The Gram Panchayat of Ajbani is Boothiya.
What is the pincode of Ajbani?
The pincode of Ajbani is 344501.
What is the population of Ajbani?
Ajbani has a total population of 1,003, including 518 males and 485 females.
How many households are there in Ajbani?
There are 174 households in Ajbani.
What is the literacy rate in Ajbani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ajbani is 45.16%. Male literacy is 59.46% and female literacy is 29.90%.