Hingawas - Sojat, Pali
Hingawas is a village situated in the Sojat tehsil of Pali district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sojat and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Pali. Gagrau serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hingawas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hingawas is 090653. The village covers a total geographical area of 1187 hectares and falls under the 306104 pincode. Sojat is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Hingawas 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 Hingawas
According to the 2011 Census, Hingawas village had a total population of 647 people, including 290 males and 357 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 1,231 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.11%, with male literacy at 77.33% and female literacy at 34.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 249.
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 | 647 | 290 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 116 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 299 | 191 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 348 | 99 | 249 |
Nearby Villages of Hingawas
Hingawas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sandarda | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Birawas | North-West | 3.42 km |
| Ajeetpura | South | 3.93 km |
| Bilawas | South-East | 4.16 km |
| Rupawas | North | 4.38 km |
| Gagura | West | 4.47 km |
| Lundawas | North-East | 5.49 km |
| Dhakri | South | 6.52 km |
| Dheenawas | South-East | 7.40 km |
| Surayta | South-West | 7.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hingawas
Hingawas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhesana, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.7 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 Hingawas is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pali to Hingawas is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hingawas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hingawas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Hingawas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hingawas 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hingawas
Where is Hingawas located?
Hingawas village is located in Sojat Tehsil, Pali district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Hingawas?
The Gram Panchayat of Hingawas is Gagrau.
What is the pincode of Hingawas?
The pincode of Hingawas is 306104.
What is the population of Hingawas?
Hingawas had a total population of 647, including 290 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Hingawas?
Hingawas had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hingawas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hingawas was 53.11%. Male literacy was 77.33% and female literacy was 34.18%.