Soniyana - Mandalgarh, Bhilwara
Soniyana is a village situated in the Mandalgarh tehsil of Bhilwara district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandalgarh and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bhilwara. Ralayata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soniyana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soniyana is 096148. The village covers a total geographical area of 585.27 hectares and falls under the 311604 pincode. Mandalgarh is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Soniyana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Soniyana
According to the 2011 Census, Soniyana village had a total population of 710 people, including 368 males and 342 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.34%, with male literacy at 60.63% and female literacy at 37.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 223, 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 | 710 | 368 | 342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 53 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 223 | 116 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 191 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 410 | 177 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Soniyana
Soniyana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Beer Ka Khera | South-West | 1.54 km |
| Ralayata | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Ganeshpura | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Manpura | East | 2.26 km |
| Padampura | West | 2.38 km |
| Lalpura | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Meetha | North | 3.86 km |
| Hindusinghji Ka Khera@ Chhur Ka Koh | North | 3.96 km |
| Peepalda | South-East | 4.01 km |
| Gopalpura | East | 4.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soniyana
Public transport in the Soniyana is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Mandalgarh, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Mandalgarh to Soniyana is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhilwara to Soniyana 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 Soniyana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soniyana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Soniyana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soniyana 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 Soniyana
Where is Soniyana located?
Soniyana village is located in Mandalgarh Tehsil, Bhilwara district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Soniyana?
The Gram Panchayat of Soniyana is Ralayata.
What is the pincode of Soniyana?
The pincode of Soniyana is 311604.
What is the population of Soniyana?
Soniyana had a total population of 710, including 368 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Soniyana?
Soniyana had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soniyana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soniyana was 49.34%. Male literacy was 60.63% and female literacy was 37.20%.