Baiteena - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Baiteena is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Baitina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baiteena village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baiteena is 086368. The village covers a total geographical area of 1335.8 hectares and falls under the 345026 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Baiteena 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 Baiteena
According to the 2011 Census, Baiteena village had a total population of 947 people, including 512 males and 435 females, living in 185 households. The sex ratio was 850 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.89%, with male literacy at 79.76% and female literacy at 43.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 182.
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 | 947 | 512 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 187 | 102 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 182 | 91 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 478 | 327 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 469 | 185 | 284 |
Nearby Villages of Baiteena
Baiteena 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 Baiteena
Baiteena is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Baiteena has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pokaran to Baiteena is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Baiteena is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baiteena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baiteena village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Baiteena
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baiteena village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Baiteena
Where is Baiteena located?
Baiteena village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Baiteena?
The Gram Panchayat of Baiteena is Baitina.
What is the pincode of Baiteena?
The pincode of Baiteena is 345026.
What is the population of Baiteena?
Baiteena had a total population of 947, including 512 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Baiteena?
Baiteena had 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baiteena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baiteena was 62.89%. Male literacy was 79.76% and female literacy was 43.14%.