Nehdai - Jaisalmer
Nehdai is a village situated in the Jaisalmer tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 60 km from Jaisalmer, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Nedhai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nehdai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nehdai is 085897. The village covers a total geographical area of 8242 hectares and falls under the 345001 pincode. Jaisalmer is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Nehdai 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 Nehdai
According to the 2011 Census, Nehdai village had a total population of 1,177 people, including 641 males and 536 females, living in 205 households. The sex ratio was 836 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.99%, with male literacy at 85.03% and female literacy at 61.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 500, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 158.
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 | 1,177 | 641 | 536 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 120 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 500 | 268 | 232 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 81 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 714 | 443 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 463 | 198 | 265 |
Nearby Villages of Nehdai
Nehdai is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Nehdai
Public transport in the Nehdai is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Jaisalmer to Nehdai is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nehdai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nehdai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nehdai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nehdai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nehdai
Where is Nehdai located?
Nehdai village is located in Jaisalmer Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nehdai?
The Gram Panchayat of Nehdai is Nedhai.
What is the pincode of Nehdai?
The pincode of Nehdai is 345001.
What is the population of Nehdai?
Nehdai had a total population of 1,177, including 641 males and 536 females.
How many households are there in Nehdai?
Nehdai had 205 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nehdai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nehdai was 73.99%. Male literacy was 85.03% and female literacy was 61.04%.