Sediya - Sanchore, Jalore
Sediya is a village situated in the Sanchore tehsil of Jalore district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from Sanchore and around 140 km from Jalor. Sediya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sediya is 089739. The village covers a total geographical area of 689.54 hectares and falls under the 343040 pincode. Sanchore is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sediya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raniwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sediya
As per Census 2011, Sediya village has a total population of 1,822 people, consisting of 936 males and 886 females. The village has 298 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 321 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 768 literate and 1,054 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 499 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sediya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,822 | 936 | 886 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 173 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 499 | 263 | 236 |
| Literate Population | 768 | 505 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,054 | 431 | 623 |
Nearby Villages of Sediya
Sediya 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 Sediya
Sediya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sanchore to Sediya is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalor to Sediya is about 140 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 Sediya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sediya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sediya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sediya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sediya
Where is Sediya located?
Sediya village is located in Sanchore Tehsil, Jalore district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sediya?
Sediya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sediya?
The pincode of Sediya is 343040.
What is the population of Sediya?
Sediya has a total population of 1,822, including 936 males and 886 females.
How many households are there in Sediya?
There are 298 households in Sediya.
What is the literacy rate in Sediya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sediya is 42.15%. Male literacy is 53.95% and female literacy is 29.68%.