Satyaya - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Satyaya is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Satyaya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Satyaya is 086229. The village covers a total geographical area of 23799.9 hectares and falls under the 345028 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Satyaya 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 Satyaya
According to the 2011 Census, Satyaya village had a total population of 1,756 people, including 945 males and 811 females, living in 304 households. The sex ratio was 858 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.99%, with male literacy at 84.55% and female literacy at 47.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 323, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
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 | 1,756 | 945 | 811 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 311 | 181 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 323 | 168 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 968 | 646 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 788 | 299 | 489 |
Nearby Villages of Satyaya
Satyaya 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 Satyaya
Satyaya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Satyaya 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 Satyaya is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Satyaya is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Satyaya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Satyaya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Satyaya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Satyaya 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 Satyaya
Where is Satyaya located?
Satyaya village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Satyaya?
Satyaya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Satyaya?
The pincode of Satyaya is 345028.
What is the population of Satyaya?
Satyaya had a total population of 1,756, including 945 males and 811 females.
How many households are there in Satyaya?
Satyaya had 304 households.
What is the literacy rate in Satyaya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Satyaya was 66.99%. Male literacy was 84.55% and female literacy was 47.28%.