Rupawas - Sojat, Pali
Rupawas is a village situated in the Sojat tehsil of Pali district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sojat and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Pali. Rupawas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rupawas is 090646. The village covers a total geographical area of 2468 hectares and falls under the 306401 pincode. Sojat is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Rupawas 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 Rupawas
As per Census 2011, Rupawas village has a total population of 2,170 people, consisting of 1,041 males and 1,129 females. The village has 469 households and a sex ratio of 1,084 females per 1,000 males. There are 296 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,227 literate and 943 illiterate residents. Additionally, 308 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rupawas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,170 | 1,041 | 1,129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 296 | 146 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 308 | 155 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,227 | 728 | 499 |
| Illiterate Population | 943 | 313 | 630 |
Nearby Villages of Rupawas
Rupawas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Birawas | West | 3.13 km |
| Lundawas | South-East | 3.92 km |
| Butelao | North-East | 4.02 km |
| Hingawas | South | 4.38 km |
| Godelao | North | 4.52 km |
| Bariyala | North-West | 5.24 km |
| Chamdiyak | East | 5.57 km |
| Deo Nagar | North-East | 5.57 km |
| Gagura | South-West | 6.34 km |
| Bilawas | South | 6.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rupawas
Rupawas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sojat Road, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sojat to Rupawas is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pali to Rupawas is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rupawas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rupawas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rupawas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rupawas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rupawas
Where is Rupawas located?
Rupawas village is located in Sojat Tehsil, Pali district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rupawas?
Rupawas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rupawas?
The pincode of Rupawas is 306401.
What is the population of Rupawas?
Rupawas has a total population of 2,170, including 1,041 males and 1,129 females.
How many households are there in Rupawas?
There are 469 households in Rupawas.
What is the literacy rate in Rupawas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rupawas is 56.54%. Male literacy is 69.93% and female literacy is 44.20%.