Bijliyawas - Sojat, Pali
Bijliyawas is a village situated in the Sojat tehsil of Pali district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sojat and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Pali. Khariya Soda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijliyawas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijliyawas is 090662. The village covers a total geographical area of 805 hectares and falls under the 306001 pincode. Sojat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bijliyawas 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 Bijliyawas
As per Census 2011, Bijliyawas village has a total population of 577 people, consisting of 302 males and 275 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 295 literate and 282 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijliyawas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 577 | 302 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 40 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 51 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 295 | 199 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 103 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Bijliyawas
Bijliyawas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khariya Soda | North-East | 3.71 km |
| Mamawas | North | 3.76 km |
| Khariya Swami | East | 4.00 km |
| Sinla | West | 4.45 km |
| Akhawas | South-West | 4.59 km |
| Basni Bhadawatan | North | 5.01 km |
| Dudor | South-East | 5.70 km |
| Basni Jodhraj | North | 5.85 km |
| Basni Narsingh | North | 5.95 km |
| Jor Dudor | South | 5.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bijliyawas
Bijliyawas is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dhareshwar, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sojat to Bijliyawas is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pali to Bijliyawas 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 Bijliyawas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijliyawas 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bijliyawas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijliyawas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bijliyawas
Where is Bijliyawas located?
Bijliyawas village is located in Sojat Tehsil, Pali district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijliyawas?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijliyawas is Khariya Soda.
What is the pincode of Bijliyawas?
The pincode of Bijliyawas is 306001.
What is the population of Bijliyawas?
Bijliyawas has a total population of 577, including 302 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Bijliyawas?
There are 117 households in Bijliyawas.
What is the literacy rate in Bijliyawas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijliyawas is 51.13%. Male literacy is 65.89% and female literacy is 34.91%.