Sohana - Desuri, Pali
Sohana is a village situated in the Desuri tehsil of Pali district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Desuri and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Pali. Aana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sohana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sohana is 091172. The village covers a total geographical area of 414 hectares and falls under the 306703 pincode. Pali is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Sohana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sohana
As per Census 2011, Sohana village has a total population of 721 people, consisting of 347 males and 374 females. The village has 169 households and a sex ratio of 1,077 females per 1,000 males. There are 98 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 398 literate and 323 illiterate residents. Additionally, 187 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sohana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 721 | 347 | 374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 54 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 96 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 398 | 235 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 323 | 112 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Sohana
Sohana is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sohana
Public transport in the Sohana is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Pali to Sohana is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sohana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sohana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sohana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sohana 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sohana
Where is Sohana located?
Sohana village is located in Desuri Tehsil, Pali district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sohana?
The Gram Panchayat of Sohana is Aana.
What is the pincode of Sohana?
The pincode of Sohana is 306703.
What is the population of Sohana?
Sohana has a total population of 721, including 347 males and 374 females.
How many households are there in Sohana?
There are 169 households in Sohana.
What is the literacy rate in Sohana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohana is 55.20%. Male literacy is 67.72% and female literacy is 43.58%.