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
As per Census 2011, Sojani village has a total population of 776 people, consisting of 412 males and 364 females. The village has 184 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 121 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 454 literate and 322 illiterate residents. Additionally, 102 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sojani are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 776, including 412 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Sojani?
There are 184 households in Sojani.
What is the literacy rate in Sojani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sojani is 58.51%. Male literacy is 66.02% and female literacy is 50.00%.