Sinhar - Sedwa, Barmer
Sinhar is a village situated in the Sedwa tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 62 km from Chohtan and around 112 km from Barmer. Sinhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sinhar is 088934. The village covers a total geographical area of 2085.9 hectares and falls under the 344706 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 112 km away.
Sinhar 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 Sinhar
As per Census 2011, Sinhar village has a total population of 2,409 people, consisting of 1,247 males and 1,162 females. The village has 426 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 531 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 333 literate and 2,076 illiterate residents. Additionally, 374 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sinhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,409 | 1,247 | 1,162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 531 | 264 | 267 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 374 | 201 | 173 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 333 | 288 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,076 | 959 | 1,117 |
Nearby Villages of Sinhar
Sinhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhemba | North | 3.74 km |
| Harpaliya | South | 4.55 km |
| Salariya | East | 5.34 km |
| Beesasar | West | 5.73 km |
| Ahsan Ka Tala | North | 6.80 km |
| Bamarlader | South-East | 6.86 km |
| Poonjasar | North-West | 7.14 km |
| Husain Ka Tala | South-West | 8.31 km |
| Serwa | East | 8.80 km |
| Fitkariya | North-West | 8.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sinhar
Sinhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhachhbar, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 171.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barmer to Sinhar is about 112 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sinhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sinhar 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 Sinhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sinhar 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 Sinhar
Where is Sinhar located?
Sinhar village is located in Sedwa Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sinhar?
Sinhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sinhar?
The pincode of Sinhar is 344706.
What is the population of Sinhar?
Sinhar has a total population of 2,409, including 1,247 males and 1,162 females.
How many households are there in Sinhar?
There are 426 households in Sinhar.
What is the literacy rate in Sinhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sinhar is 13.82%. Male literacy is 23.10% and female literacy is 3.87%.