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
As per Census 2011, Hingawas village has a total population of 647 people, consisting of 290 males and 357 females. The village has 171 households and a sex ratio of 1,231 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 299 literate and 348 illiterate residents. Additionally, 249 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hingawas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 647 | 290 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 116 | 133 |
| 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 has a total population of 647, including 290 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Hingawas?
There are 171 households in Hingawas.
What is the literacy rate in Hingawas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hingawas is 46.21%. Male literacy is 65.86% and female literacy is 30.25%.