Orhaniya Village - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Orhaniya is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Odhaniya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Orhaniya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Orhaniya is 086286. The village covers a total geographical area of 4920 hectares and falls under the 345031 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Orhaniya 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 Orhaniya
As per Census 2011, Orhaniya village has a total population of 2,132 people, consisting of 1,107 males and 1,025 females. The village has 334 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 452 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 913 literate and 1,219 illiterate residents. Additionally, 514 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Orhaniya are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,132 | 1,107 | 1,025 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 452 | 230 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 514 | 273 | 241 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 913 | 627 | 286 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,219 | 480 | 739 |
Nearby Villages of Orhaniya
Orhaniya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chacha | North-East | 5.91 km |
| Maheshon Ki Dhani | South-West | 6.98 km |
| Kelawa | South-East | 8.92 km |
| Khetolai | North | 9.04 km |
| Chanani | West | 9.85 km |
| Suganpura | South-East | 11.85 km |
| Kishanpura | South-East | 11.99 km |
| Biliya | East | 13.19 km |
| Naya Sanawara | South-West | 13.27 km |
| Chok | South-West | 13.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Orhaniya
Orhaniya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Odhaniya Chacha, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Orhaniya is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Orhaniya is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Orhaniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Orhaniya 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 Orhaniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Orhaniya 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 Orhaniya
Where is Orhaniya located?
Orhaniya village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Orhaniya?
The Gram Panchayat of Orhaniya is Odhaniya.
What is the pincode of Orhaniya?
The pincode of Orhaniya is 345031.
What is the population of Orhaniya?
Orhaniya has a total population of 2,132, including 1,107 males and 1,025 females.
How many households are there in Orhaniya?
There are 334 households in Orhaniya.
What is the literacy rate in Orhaniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Orhaniya is 42.82%. Male literacy is 56.64% and female literacy is 27.90%.