Sarnayat - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Sarnayat is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 141 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Eka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarnayat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarnayat is 086271. The village covers a total geographical area of 1079.15 hectares and falls under the 345023 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Sarnayat 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 Sarnayat
According to the 2011 Census, Sarnayat village had a total population of 397 people, including 202 males and 195 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.32%, with male literacy at 84.05% and female literacy at 52.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 397 | 202 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 220 | 137 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 65 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Sarnayat
Sarnayat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sujasar | North-West | 4.55 km |
| Galar | North | 4.63 km |
| Veeramdeora | South-West | 5.21 km |
| Eka | South | 5.73 km |
| Shivpura | East | 6.61 km |
| Udawat Nagar | North-West | 8.87 km |
| Rawra | North-East | 9.04 km |
| Hanumanpura | South-East | 9.04 km |
| Ramdeora | South-West | 9.16 km |
| Shimala | North-East | 12.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarnayat
Sarnayat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ramdevra, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.9 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 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pokaran to Sarnayat is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Sarnayat is about 141 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarnayat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarnayat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sarnayat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarnayat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sarnayat
Where is Sarnayat located?
Sarnayat village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sarnayat?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarnayat is Eka.
What is the pincode of Sarnayat?
The pincode of Sarnayat is 345023.
What is the population of Sarnayat?
Sarnayat had a total population of 397, including 202 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Sarnayat?
Sarnayat had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarnayat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarnayat was 68.32%. Male literacy was 84.05% and female literacy was 52.20%.