Sojani - Baraily, Raisen
Sojani is a village situated in the Baraily tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. Sojani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sojani is 484585. The village covers a total geographical area of 372.62 hectares and falls under the 464668 pincode. Baraily is the nearest town.
Sojani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udaipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sojani
According to the 2011 Census, Sojani village had a total population of 776 people, including 412 males and 364 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.31%, with male literacy at 77.49% and female literacy at 59.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 776 | 412 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 61 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 56 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 454 | 272 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 140 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Sojani
Sojani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhabla | North | 1.06 km |
| Ghat Pipliya | South | 1.27 km |
| Doomar | South-West | 2.25 km |
| Banskheda | North-West | 2.42 km |
| Sahalwada | South-East | 2.43 km |
| Khandraj | North | 2.53 km |
| Sarra Kishor | East | 2.71 km |
| Sarra | North-East | 3.04 km |
| Gopalpur | West | 3.12 km |
| Muwar | South-West | 4.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sojani
Sojani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pipariya, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Sojani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sojani 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 Sojani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sojani 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 Sojani
Where is Sojani located?
Sojani village is located in Baraily Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sojani?
Sojani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sojani?
The pincode of Sojani is 464668.
What is the population of Sojani?
Sojani had a total population of 776, including 412 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Sojani?
Sojani had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sojani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sojani was 69.31%. Male literacy was 77.49% and female literacy was 59.87%.