Antia - Fatehgarh, Jaisalmer
Antia is a village situated in the Fatehgarh tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 88 km from the tehsil headquarters in Fatehgarh and around 123 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Tejrawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Antia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Antia is 086528. The village covers a total geographical area of 4586.6 hectares and falls under the 345027 pincode. Jaisalmer is the nearest town, located about 123 km away.
Antia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisalmer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Antia
According to the 2011 Census, Antia village had a total population of 139 people, including 73 males and 66 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.64%, with male literacy at 68.42% and female literacy at 44.64%.
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 | 139 | 73 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 39 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 34 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Antia
Antia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chanangarh | North | 6.08 km |
| Sihdar | South | 7.85 km |
| Lakhaniyon Ki Dhani | South-East | 8.25 km |
| Tejrawa | South-West | 8.65 km |
| Gale Ki Basti | East | 9.81 km |
| Bikoosi | South | 11.54 km |
| Kundal @ Gordhanili | South | 12.57 km |
| Guhra | South-East | 13.14 km |
| Bhanbhara | North-East | 13.31 km |
| Katha | North-West | 13.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Antia
Public transport in the Antia is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gadra Road, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaisalmer to Antia is about 123 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Antia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Antia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Antia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Antia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Antia
Where is Antia located?
Antia village is located in Fatehgarh Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Antia?
The Gram Panchayat of Antia is Tejrawa.
What is the pincode of Antia?
The pincode of Antia is 345027.
What is the population of Antia?
Antia had a total population of 139, including 73 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Antia?
Antia had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Antia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Antia was 56.64%. Male literacy was 68.42% and female literacy was 44.64%.