Sointara - Shergarh, Jodhpur
Sointara is a village situated in the Shergarh tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shergarh and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Sointara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sointara is 085472. The village covers a total geographical area of 1051 hectares and falls under the 342022 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 79 km away.
Sointara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shergarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sointara
As per Census 2011, Sointara village has a total population of 2,778 people, consisting of 1,436 males and 1,342 females. The village has 437 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 500 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,264 literate and 1,514 illiterate residents. Additionally, 221 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 240 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sointara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,778 | 1,436 | 1,342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 500 | 266 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 112 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 240 | 126 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 1,264 | 829 | 435 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,514 | 607 | 907 |
Nearby Villages of Sointara
Sointara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Virampura | South | 2.76 km |
| Chakder | North-East | 3.08 km |
| Jaisinghpura | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Amarpura | West | 4.46 km |
| Bhernagar | South-West | 4.93 km |
| Siyanda | North | 5.12 km |
| Balau Sansan | South-East | 5.17 km |
| Hanawant Nagar | North-West | 6.39 km |
| Devigarh | South-West | 6.45 km |
| Simrathpura | South-West | 6.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sointara
Sointara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Janiyana, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jodhpur to Sointara is about 79 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sointara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sointara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sointara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sointara 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sointara
Where is Sointara located?
Sointara village is located in Shergarh Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sointara?
Sointara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sointara?
The pincode of Sointara is 342022.
What is the population of Sointara?
Sointara has a total population of 2,778, including 1,436 males and 1,342 females.
How many households are there in Sointara?
There are 437 households in Sointara.
What is the literacy rate in Sointara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sointara is 45.50%. Male literacy is 57.73% and female literacy is 32.41%.