Surayta - Sojat, Pali
Surayta is a village situated in the Sojat tehsil of Pali district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sojat and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Pali. Surayta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surayta is 090642. The village covers a total geographical area of 4076 hectares and falls under the 306104 pincode. Sojat is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Surayta 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 Surayta
As per Census 2011, Surayta village has a total population of 2,833 people, consisting of 1,441 males and 1,392 females. The village has 606 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 385 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,237 literate and 1,596 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,036 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surayta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,833 | 1,441 | 1,392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 385 | 199 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,036 | 530 | 506 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,237 | 799 | 438 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,596 | 642 | 954 |
Nearby Villages of Surayta
Surayta 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 Surayta | West | 3.68 km |
| Basni Anant | North-West | 4.18 km |
| Sandarda | North-East | 4.49 km |
| Dhakri | East | 4.64 km |
| Malpuriya Kalan | South-West | 4.90 km |
| Ajeetpura | East | 5.59 km |
| Morawas | North-West | 6.46 km |
| Malpuriya Khurd | South-West | 6.64 km |
| Gagura | North | 6.73 km |
| Bagawas | South-East | 7.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surayta
Surayta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bomadra, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.5 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 Surayta is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pali to Surayta is about 32 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 Surayta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surayta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Surayta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surayta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Surayta
Where is Surayta located?
Surayta village is located in Sojat Tehsil, Pali district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surayta?
Surayta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surayta?
The pincode of Surayta is 306104.
What is the population of Surayta?
Surayta has a total population of 2,833, including 1,441 males and 1,392 females.
How many households are there in Surayta?
There are 606 households in Surayta.
What is the literacy rate in Surayta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surayta is 43.66%. Male literacy is 55.45% and female literacy is 31.47%.