Sodrau Village - Sam, Jaisalmer
Sodrau is a village situated in the Sam tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 165 km from Jaisalmer and around 165 km from Jaisalmer. Shahgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sodrau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sodrau is 085844. The village covers a total geographical area of 1825 hectares and falls under the 345001 pincode. Jaisalmer is the nearest town, located about 165 km away.
Sodrau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisalmer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Sodrau
Sodrau 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhanda Madhoojowala | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Chakrau | South | 4.47 km |
| Bhinda Mangaliyowala | East | 5.05 km |
| Thoohar | West | 6.10 km |
| Mahwa | North-West | 6.45 km |
| Hakra | North-East | 6.51 km |
| Bhinda Deslonwala | South-East | 7.90 km |
| Birma | South-West | 9.12 km |
| Vandri Khara | South | 9.67 km |
| Bachhiya Chhor | North-West | 10.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sodrau
Public transport in the Sodrau is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jaisalmer, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaisalmer to Sodrau is about 165 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sodrau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sodrau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sodrau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sodrau village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sodrau
Where is Sodrau located?
Sodrau village is located in Sam Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sodrau?
The Gram Panchayat of Sodrau is Shahgarh.
What is the pincode of Sodrau?
The pincode of Sodrau is 345001.