Senag - Fatehgarh, Jaisalmer
Senag is a village situated in the Fatehgarh tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 108 km from the tehsil headquarters in Fatehgarh and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Janra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Senag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Senag is 086482. The village covers a total geographical area of 2650.83 hectares and falls under the 345034 pincode. Jaisalmer is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Senag 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 Senag
According to the 2011 Census, Senag village had a total population of 68 people, including 36 males and 32 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.14%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 44.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 68 | 36 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 20 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 16 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Senag
Senag 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kotri | North-East | 4.37 km |
| Neem Ki Dhani | South | 5.32 km |
| Mada | East | 6.21 km |
| Asloi | South-East | 7.20 km |
| Pithala | North | 7.68 km |
| Soda | East | 8.52 km |
| Dhoba | South-West | 8.93 km |
| Gorera | North-East | 9.17 km |
| Sipala | North-West | 10.05 km |
| Sata | North | 11.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Senag
Public transport in the Senag is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jaisalmer, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaisalmer to Senag is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Senag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Senag 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 Senag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Senag 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Senag
Where is Senag located?
Senag village is located in Fatehgarh Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Senag?
The Gram Panchayat of Senag is Janra.
What is the pincode of Senag?
The pincode of Senag is 345034.
What is the population of Senag?
Senag had a total population of 68, including 36 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Senag?
Senag had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Senag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Senag was 56.14%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 44.44%.