Ralayati - Sonkatch, Dewas
Ralayati is a village situated in the Sonkatch tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonkatch and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Jamli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ralayati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ralayati is 473484. The village covers a total geographical area of 843.97 hectares and falls under the 455223 pincode. Sonkatch is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ralayati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ralayati
According to the 2011 Census, Ralayati village had a total population of 537 people, including 276 males and 261 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.45%, with male literacy at 82.08% and female literacy at 51.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 184, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 537 | 276 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 36 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 99 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 315 | 197 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 79 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Ralayati
Ralayati 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 Ralayati
Ralayati is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonkatch to Ralayati is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Ralayati is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ralayati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ralayati 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ralayati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ralayati 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 Ralayati
Where is Ralayati located?
Ralayati village is located in Sonkatch Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ralayati?
The Gram Panchayat of Ralayati is Jamli.
What is the pincode of Ralayati?
The pincode of Ralayati is 455223.
What is the population of Ralayati?
Ralayati had a total population of 537, including 276 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Ralayati?
Ralayati had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ralayati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ralayati was 67.45%. Male literacy was 82.08% and female literacy was 51.98%.