Sewda Village - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Sewda 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 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sewda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sewda is 086227. The village covers a total geographical area of 2041.08 hectares and falls under the 345028 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Sewda 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 Sewda
As per Census 2011, Sewda village has a total population of 272 people, consisting of 143 males and 129 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 80 literate and 192 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sewda are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 272 | 143 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 32 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 58 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 85 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Sewda
Sewda 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 Sewda
Public transport in the Sewda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sewda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pokaran to Sewda is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Sewda 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 Sewda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sewda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sewda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sewda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sewda
Where is Sewda located?
Sewda village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sewda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sewda is Satyaya.
What is the pincode of Sewda?
The pincode of Sewda is 345028.
What is the population of Sewda?
Sewda has a total population of 272, including 143 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Sewda?
There are 52 households in Sewda.
What is the literacy rate in Sewda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sewda is 29.41%. Male literacy is 40.56% and female literacy is 17.05%.