Sojpur - Khanpur, Jhalawar
Sojpur is a village situated in the Khanpur tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khanpur and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Soj Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sojpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sojpur is 103916. The village covers a total geographical area of 576.55 hectares and falls under the 326038 pincode. Jhalawar is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Sojpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sojpur
As per Census 2011, Sojpur village has a total population of 1,073 people, consisting of 561 males and 512 females. The village has 216 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 729 literate and 344 illiterate residents. Additionally, 207 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 93 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sojpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,073 | 561 | 512 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 58 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 207 | 106 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 47 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 729 | 452 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 109 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Sojpur
Sojpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Seemal Kheri | North-East | 0.69 km |
| Ghagharawata | South-East | 1.19 km |
| Doongarpur | West | 1.73 km |
| Sarola Khurd | South | 1.93 km |
| Jagdishpura | East | 2.13 km |
| Mohammadpur | North-East | 2.27 km |
| Chureliya | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Dhatrawada | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Piplaj | North | 3.30 km |
| Khandi | West | 3.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sojpur
Sojpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Salpura, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhalawar to Sojpur is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sojpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sojpur 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 Sojpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sojpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sojpur
Where is Sojpur located?
Sojpur village is located in Khanpur Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sojpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sojpur is Soj Pur.
What is the pincode of Sojpur?
The pincode of Sojpur is 326038.
What is the population of Sojpur?
Sojpur has a total population of 1,073, including 561 males and 512 females.
How many households are there in Sojpur?
There are 216 households in Sojpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sojpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sojpur is 67.94%. Male literacy is 80.57% and female literacy is 54.10%.