Didaniya - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Didaniya is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Didaniya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Didaniya is 086291. The village covers a total geographical area of 2800 hectares and falls under the 345021 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Didaniya 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 Didaniya
According to the 2011 Census, Didaniya village had a total population of 1,631 people, including 863 males and 768 females, living in 303 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.27%, with male literacy at 72.15% and female literacy at 47.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 1,631 | 863 | 768 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 390 | 213 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 748 | 469 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 883 | 394 | 489 |
Nearby Villages of Didaniya
Didaniya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Morani | South | 2.38 km |
| Kerawa | South-West | 3.83 km |
| Purohitsar | South-East | 5.77 km |
| Rayad | South | 7.25 km |
| Eka | North-East | 7.30 km |
| Hanumanpura | North-East | 9.48 km |
| Pokaran (rural) | West | 10.10 km |
| Veeramdeora | North | 10.11 km |
| Ramdeora | North-West | 10.31 km |
| Satasar | South-East | 11.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Didaniya
Public transport in the Didaniya is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pokran, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pokaran to Didaniya is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Didaniya is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Didaniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Didaniya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Didaniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Didaniya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Didaniya
Where is Didaniya located?
Didaniya village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Didaniya?
Didaniya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Didaniya?
The pincode of Didaniya is 345021.
What is the population of Didaniya?
Didaniya had a total population of 1,631, including 863 males and 768 females.
How many households are there in Didaniya?
Didaniya had 303 households.
What is the literacy rate in Didaniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Didaniya was 60.27%. Male literacy was 72.15% and female literacy was 47.21%.