Nananyai - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Nananyai is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Nananiyai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nananyai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nananyai is 086309. The village covers a total geographical area of 3492 hectares and falls under the 345021 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Nananyai 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 Nananyai
According to the 2011 Census, Nananyai village had a total population of 626 people, including 326 males and 300 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.89%, with male literacy at 79.69% and female literacy at 47.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 125, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 103.
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 | 626 | 326 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 70 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 70 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 103 | 50 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 322 | 204 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 304 | 122 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Nananyai
Nananyai 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 Nananyai
Nananyai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Nananyai has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nananyai is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Nananyai is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nananyai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nananyai 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 Nananyai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nananyai 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 Nananyai
Where is Nananyai located?
Nananyai village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nananyai?
The Gram Panchayat of Nananyai is Nananiyai.
What is the pincode of Nananyai?
The pincode of Nananyai is 345021.
What is the population of Nananyai?
Nananyai had a total population of 626, including 326 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Nananyai?
Nananyai had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nananyai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nananyai was 63.89%. Male literacy was 79.69% and female literacy was 47.58%.