Sitaramki Dhani - Sheo, Barmer
Sitaramki Dhani is a village situated in the Sheo tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sheo and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Barmer. Dharwi Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sitaramki Dhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitaramki Dhani is 086831. The village covers a total geographical area of 2574 hectares and falls under the 344701 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Sitaramki Dhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sitaramki Dhani
According to the 2011 Census, Sitaramki Dhani village had a total population of 736 people, including 371 males and 365 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.32%, with male literacy at 77.90% and female literacy at 43.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 224.
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 | 736 | 371 | 365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 95 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 224 | 119 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 325 | 215 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 411 | 156 | 255 |
Nearby Villages of Sitaramki Dhani
Sitaramki Dhani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Swaroop Nagar | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Dharwi Khurd | North-East | 3.23 km |
| Pusar | South | 4.19 km |
| Sawaipura | East | 4.37 km |
| Karanisar | North-East | 4.62 km |
| Rajdal | West | 5.01 km |
| Khudal | North-West | 5.88 km |
| Bariyara | North-West | 6.41 km |
| Fatehpura | North | 6.63 km |
| Dharwi Kalan | North-East | 6.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sitaramki Dhani
Sitaramki Dhani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kavas, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sitaramki Dhani is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sitaramki Dhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitaramki Dhani 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 Sitaramki Dhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitaramki Dhani 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 Sitaramki Dhani
Where is Sitaramki Dhani located?
Sitaramki Dhani village is located in Sheo Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sitaramki Dhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Sitaramki Dhani is Dharwi Khurd.
What is the pincode of Sitaramki Dhani?
The pincode of Sitaramki Dhani is 344701.
What is the population of Sitaramki Dhani?
Sitaramki Dhani had a total population of 736, including 371 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Sitaramki Dhani?
Sitaramki Dhani had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sitaramki Dhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitaramki Dhani was 61.32%. Male literacy was 77.90% and female literacy was 43.31%.