Bhaniya - Sojat, Pali
Bhaniya is a village situated in the Sojat tehsil of Pali district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sojat and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Pali. Rajola Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhaniya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhaniya is 090605. The village covers a total geographical area of 1199 hectares and falls under the 306104 pincode. Sojat is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Bhaniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sojat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhaniya
According to the 2011 Census, Bhaniya village had a total population of 1,547 people, including 823 males and 724 females, living in 292 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.95%, with male literacy at 70.24% and female literacy at 35.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,547 | 823 | 724 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 161 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 676 | 465 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 871 | 358 | 513 |
Nearby Villages of Bhaniya
Bhaniya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hungaon Khurd | East | 1.71 km |
| Sohan Nagar | South-West | 3.07 km |
| Lanera | South-East | 3.90 km |
| Hungaon Kalan | East | 3.97 km |
| Khari Kalan | North-West | 4.20 km |
| Rajola Kalan | South-West | 4.78 km |
| Shiv Nagar | North | 4.88 km |
| Anand Nagar | North-East | 5.88 km |
| Khari Khurd | North-West | 7.04 km |
| Holpur Kalan | East | 7.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhaniya
Bhaniya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Asranada, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sojat to Bhaniya is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pali to Bhaniya is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhaniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhaniya 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 Bhaniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhaniya 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 Bhaniya
Where is Bhaniya located?
Bhaniya village is located in Sojat Tehsil, Pali district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhaniya?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhaniya is Rajola Kalan.
What is the pincode of Bhaniya?
The pincode of Bhaniya is 306104.
What is the population of Bhaniya?
Bhaniya had a total population of 1,547, including 823 males and 724 females.
How many households are there in Bhaniya?
Bhaniya had 292 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhaniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhaniya was 53.95%. Male literacy was 70.24% and female literacy was 35.70%.