Pachunda Kalan - Sojat, Pali
Pachunda Kalan is a village situated in the Sojat tehsil of Pali district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sojat and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Pali. Khokhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pachunda Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pachunda Kalan is 090672. The village covers a total geographical area of 1037 hectares and falls under the 306104 pincode. Sojat is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Pachunda Kalan 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 Pachunda Kalan
As per Census 2011, Pachunda Kalan village has a total population of 1,719 people, consisting of 855 males and 864 females. The village has 367 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 217 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 945 literate and 774 illiterate residents. Additionally, 901 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pachunda Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,719 | 855 | 864 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 128 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 901 | 474 | 427 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 945 | 553 | 392 |
| Illiterate Population | 774 | 302 | 472 |
Nearby Villages of Pachunda Kalan
Pachunda Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Siyat | West | 2.65 km |
| Pachunda Khurd | North-West | 2.89 km |
| Dadiya | South-East | 3.58 km |
| Alawas | South-West | 4.69 km |
| Bagri | East | 5.25 km |
| Khokhara | North | 5.56 km |
| Sojat Road (ct) | South | 5.65 km |
| Sehwaj | South-East | 6.43 km |
| Melawas | South | 6.92 km |
| Sardarpura | North-West | 6.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pachunda Kalan
Pachunda Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bagri Nagar, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sojat to Pachunda Kalan is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pali to Pachunda Kalan is about 57 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 Pachunda Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pachunda Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pachunda Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pachunda Kalan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pachunda Kalan
Where is Pachunda Kalan located?
Pachunda Kalan village is located in Sojat Tehsil, Pali district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pachunda Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Pachunda Kalan is Khokhara.
What is the pincode of Pachunda Kalan?
The pincode of Pachunda Kalan is 306104.
What is the population of Pachunda Kalan?
Pachunda Kalan has a total population of 1,719, including 855 males and 864 females.
How many households are there in Pachunda Kalan?
There are 367 households in Pachunda Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Pachunda Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pachunda Kalan is 54.97%. Male literacy is 64.68% and female literacy is 45.37%.