Songaron Ki Dhani - Gudha Malani, Balotra
Songaron Ki Dhani is a village situated in the Gudha Malani tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 21 km from Gudha Malani and around 103 km from Barmer. Amaliyala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Songaron Ki Dhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songaron Ki Dhani is 088091. The village covers a total geographical area of 1012.95 hectares and falls under the 344031 pincode. Sanchore is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Songaron Ki Dhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gudhamalani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Songaron Ki Dhani
As per Census 2011, Songaron Ki Dhani village has a total population of 1,384 people, consisting of 706 males and 678 females. The village has 213 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 305 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 471 literate and 913 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 540 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Songaron Ki Dhani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,384 | 706 | 678 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 305 | 154 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 48 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 540 | 273 | 267 |
| Literate Population | 471 | 338 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 913 | 368 | 545 |
Nearby Villages of Songaron Ki Dhani
Songaron Ki Dhani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dedawas Jageer | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Joonakhera | North-East | 2.85 km |
| Dedawas Ka Goliya | South | 3.21 km |
| Goliya Kalan | East | 3.44 km |
| Modawas | North-West | 3.71 km |
| Dedawas Charnan | South-West | 3.93 km |
| Loonwa Charnan | South | 4.39 km |
| Amliyala | East | 4.57 km |
| Nai Undari | North | 4.83 km |
| Dhandhlawas | North-West | 4.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Songaron Ki Dhani
Public transport in the Songaron Ki Dhani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Marwar Bhinmal, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 134.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sanchore to Songaron Ki Dhani is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barmer to Songaron Ki Dhani is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Songaron Ki Dhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songaron Ki Dhani 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 Songaron Ki Dhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songaron Ki Dhani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Songaron Ki Dhani
Where is Songaron Ki Dhani located?
Songaron Ki Dhani village is located in Gudha Malani Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Songaron Ki Dhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Songaron Ki Dhani is Amaliyala.
What is the pincode of Songaron Ki Dhani?
The pincode of Songaron Ki Dhani is 344031.
What is the population of Songaron Ki Dhani?
Songaron Ki Dhani has a total population of 1,384, including 706 males and 678 females.
How many households are there in Songaron Ki Dhani?
There are 213 households in Songaron Ki Dhani.
What is the literacy rate in Songaron Ki Dhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songaron Ki Dhani is 34.03%. Male literacy is 47.88% and female literacy is 19.62%.