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
As per Census 2011, Satyaya village has a total population of 1,756 people, consisting of 945 males and 811 females. The village has 304 households and a sex ratio of 858 females per 1,000 males. There are 311 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 968 literate and 788 illiterate residents. Additionally, 323 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Satyaya are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,756, including 945 males and 811 females.
How many households are there in Satyaya?
There are 304 households in Satyaya.
What is the literacy rate in Satyaya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Satyaya is 55.13%. Male literacy is 68.36% and female literacy is 39.70%.