Sop - Nadoti, Karauli
Sop is a village situated in the Nadoti tehsil of Karauli district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nadoti and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Karauli. Sop village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sop is 076438. The village covers a total geographical area of 2736.25 hectares and falls under the 322204 pincode. Gangapur City is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sop village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Todabhim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karauli-Dholpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sop
As per Census 2011, Sop village has a total population of 5,010 people, consisting of 2,753 males and 2,257 females. The village has 951 households and a sex ratio of 819 females per 1,000 males. There are 664 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,981 literate and 2,029 illiterate residents. Additionally, 856 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,288 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sop are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,010 | 2,753 | 2,257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 664 | 375 | 289 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 856 | 473 | 383 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,288 | 1,815 | 1,473 |
| Literate Population | 2,981 | 2,006 | 975 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,029 | 747 | 1,282 |
Nearby Villages of Sop
Sop 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hafzabad | North-East | 2.88 km |
| Bara Pichanot | South | 3.70 km |
| Milak Saray | North-East | 4.11 km |
| Lahawad | North-West | 4.26 km |
| Mahanandpur Dyodha | South | 4.76 km |
| Kunjela | North | 5.26 km |
| Shahar | West | 5.60 km |
| Sanwta | South-West | 5.80 km |
| Piloda | South-East | 6.12 km |
| Baragaon | North | 6.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sop
Sop is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chhoti Odai, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.7 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 Gangapur City to Sop is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karauli to Sop is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sop
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sop village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sop
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sop village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sop
Where is Sop located?
Sop village is located in Nadoti Tehsil, Karauli district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sop?
Sop is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sop?
The pincode of Sop is 322204.
What is the population of Sop?
Sop has a total population of 5,010, including 2,753 males and 2,257 females.
How many households are there in Sop?
There are 951 households in Sop.
What is the literacy rate in Sop?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sop is 59.50%. Male literacy is 72.87% and female literacy is 43.20%.