Sarothiya - Sujangarh, Churu
Sarothiya is a village situated in the Sujangarh tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sujangarh and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Sarothiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarothiya is 070766. The village covers a total geographical area of 2363.28 hectares and falls under the 331518 pincode. Jaipur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sarothiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sujangarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Churu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarothiya
As per Census 2011, Sarothiya village has a total population of 3,286 people, consisting of 1,641 males and 1,645 females. The village has 561 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 581 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,521 literate and 1,765 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,296 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarothiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,286 | 1,641 | 1,645 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 581 | 296 | 285 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,296 | 655 | 641 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,521 | 949 | 572 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,765 | 692 | 1,073 |
Nearby Villages of Sarothiya
Sarothiya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bilanga | South | 3.46 km |
| Marothiya | South-East | 4.57 km |
| Bara | East | 4.63 km |
| Charla | North-East | 5.07 km |
| Parawa | West | 5.39 km |
| Hirawati | South-East | 5.81 km |
| Malaksar | South | 6.10 km |
| Kasan | East | 6.68 km |
| Chundasariya | South | 7.43 km |
| Udwala | West | 7.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarothiya
Sarothiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ladnun, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jaipur to Sarothiya is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Sarothiya is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarothiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarothiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sarothiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarothiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarothiya
Where is Sarothiya located?
Sarothiya village is located in Sujangarh Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarothiya?
Sarothiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarothiya?
The pincode of Sarothiya is 331518.
What is the population of Sarothiya?
Sarothiya has a total population of 3,286, including 1,641 males and 1,645 females.
How many households are there in Sarothiya?
There are 561 households in Sarothiya.
What is the literacy rate in Sarothiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarothiya is 46.29%. Male literacy is 57.83% and female literacy is 34.77%.