Sojawas - Manasa, Neemuch
Sojawas is a village situated in the Manasa tehsil of Neemuch district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manasa and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Neemuch. Aankli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sojawas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sojawas is 468848. The village covers a total geographical area of 219.28 hectares and falls under the 458113 pincode. Manasa is the nearest town.
Sojawas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sojawas
As per Census 2011, Sojawas village has a total population of 408 people, consisting of 203 males and 205 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 283 literate and 125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 174 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sojawas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 408 | 203 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 174 | 86 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 159 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 44 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Sojawas
Sojawas is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rupawas | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Raisingpura | East | 2.46 km |
| Khejdi(harsol) | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Kitukhedi | South-West | 3.23 km |
| Bhilkhedi | South | 3.32 km |
| Ankli | North-East | 3.46 km |
| Tumda | East | 4.18 km |
| Irli | South | 4.35 km |
| Chandarpura | South-West | 4.47 km |
| Fatepur | West | 4.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sojawas
Sojawas is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Malhargarh, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Neemuch to Sojawas is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sojawas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sojawas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sojawas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sojawas 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sojawas
Where is Sojawas located?
Sojawas village is located in Manasa Tehsil, Neemuch district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sojawas?
The Gram Panchayat of Sojawas is Aankli.
What is the pincode of Sojawas?
The pincode of Sojawas is 458113.
What is the population of Sojawas?
Sojawas has a total population of 408, including 203 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Sojawas?
There are 93 households in Sojawas.
What is the literacy rate in Sojawas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sojawas is 69.36%. Male literacy is 78.33% and female literacy is 60.49%.