Sojat (Rural) - Sojat, Pali
Sojat (Rural) is a village situated in the Sojat tehsil of Pali district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sojat and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Pali. Bilawas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sojat (Rural) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sojat (Rural) is 090651. The village covers a total geographical area of 150 hectares and falls under the 306104 pincode. Sojat is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Sojat (Rural) 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 Sojat (Rural)
According to the 2011 Census, Sojat (Rural) village had a total population of 1,432 people, including 729 males and 703 females, living in 310 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.96%, with male literacy at 67.41% and female literacy at 32.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 970.
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 | 1,432 | 729 | 703 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 149 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 970 | 494 | 476 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 577 | 391 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 855 | 338 | 517 |
Nearby Villages of Sojat (Rural)
Sojat (Rural) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Basni Tilwadiyan | South-East | 2.98 km |
| Basni Mootha | South-East | 4.05 km |
| Dheenawas | West | 6.23 km |
| Rendari | South | 6.32 km |
| Dhandheri | North-East | 6.48 km |
| Sardarpura | North-East | 6.77 km |
| Bilawas | North-West | 6.94 km |
| Basni Narsingh | South-West | 6.96 km |
| Alawas | South-East | 7.10 km |
| Sisarwada | South-East | 7.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sojat (Rural)
Sojat (Rural) 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 Sojat Road, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.8 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 Sojat (Rural) is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pali to Sojat (Rural) is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sojat (Rural)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sojat (Rural) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sojat (Rural)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sojat (Rural) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sojat (Rural)
Where is Sojat (Rural) located?
Sojat (Rural) village is located in Sojat Tehsil, Pali district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sojat (Rural)?
The Gram Panchayat of Sojat (Rural) is Bilawas.
What is the pincode of Sojat (Rural)?
The pincode of Sojat (Rural) is 306104.
What is the population of Sojat (Rural)?
Sojat (Rural) had a total population of 1,432, including 729 males and 703 females.
How many households are there in Sojat (Rural)?
Sojat (Rural) had 310 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sojat (Rural)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sojat (Rural) was 49.96%. Male literacy was 67.41% and female literacy was 32.35%.