Abhaynagar - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Abhaynagar is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Satyaya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Abhaynagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Abhaynagar is 086226. The village covers a total geographical area of 1843 hectares and falls under the 345028 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Abhaynagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pokaran Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Abhaynagar
According to the 2011 Census, Abhaynagar village had a total population of 389 people, including 199 males and 190 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.36%, with male literacy at 76.00% and female literacy at 30.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 22.
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 | 389 | 199 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 49 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 8 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 156 | 114 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 85 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Abhaynagar
Abhaynagar 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 Abhaynagar
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Abhaynagar. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Abhaynagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pokaran to Abhaynagar is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Abhaynagar is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Abhaynagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Abhaynagar 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 Abhaynagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Abhaynagar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Abhaynagar
Where is Abhaynagar located?
Abhaynagar village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Abhaynagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Abhaynagar is Satyaya.
What is the pincode of Abhaynagar?
The pincode of Abhaynagar is 345028.
What is the population of Abhaynagar?
Abhaynagar had a total population of 389, including 199 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Abhaynagar?
Abhaynagar had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Abhaynagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Abhaynagar was 54.36%. Male literacy was 76.00% and female literacy was 30.66%.