Gaiya Nagar - Aau, Phalodi
Gaiya Nagar is a village situated in the Aau tehsil of Phalodi district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from Phalodi and around 130 km from Jodhpur. Moriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaiya Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaiya Nagar is 084247. The village covers a total geographical area of 313 hectares and falls under the 342308 pincode. Phalodi is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Gaiya Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lohawat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaiya Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Gaiya Nagar village had a total population of 619 people, including 324 males and 295 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.78%, with male literacy at 56.30% and female literacy at 34.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 619 | 324 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 70 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 228 | 143 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 391 | 181 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Gaiya Nagar
Gaiya Nagar 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 Gaiya Nagar
Gaiya Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Phalodi to Gaiya Nagar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jodhpur to Gaiya Nagar is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaiya Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaiya Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gaiya Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaiya Nagar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gaiya Nagar
Where is Gaiya Nagar located?
Gaiya Nagar village is located in Aau Tehsil, Phalodi district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaiya Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaiya Nagar is Moriya.
What is the pincode of Gaiya Nagar?
The pincode of Gaiya Nagar is 342308.
What is the population of Gaiya Nagar?
Gaiya Nagar had a total population of 619, including 324 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Gaiya Nagar?
Gaiya Nagar had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaiya Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaiya Nagar was 45.78%. Male literacy was 56.30% and female literacy was 34.84%.