Soniyana - Railmagra, Rajsamand
Soniyana is a village situated in the Railmagra tehsil of Rajsamand district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Railmagra and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Rajsamand. Pachhmata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soniyana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soniyana is 097196. The village covers a total geographical area of 397 hectares and falls under the 313207 pincode. Kapasan is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Soniyana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajsamand Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Soniyana
As per Census 2011, Soniyana village has a total population of 949 people, consisting of 473 males and 476 females. The village has 198 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 437 literate and 512 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 76 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soniyana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 949 | 473 | 476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 68 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 29 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 38 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 437 | 282 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 512 | 191 | 321 |
Nearby Villages of Soniyana
Soniyana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhatarikhera | East | 1.22 km |
| Damodarpura | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Pachhmata | West | 2.08 km |
| Karma Kheri | North | 2.26 km |
| Jagpura | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Lakhmipura | East | 2.56 km |
| Khar Bamaniya | South | 2.68 km |
| Panotiya | North-West | 2.79 km |
| Vagatpura | South-West | 2.81 km |
| Chanpa Kheri | West | 3.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soniyana
Soniyana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhupalsagar, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kapasan to Soniyana is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajsamand to Soniyana is about 37 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 Soniyana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soniyana 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Soniyana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soniyana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Soniyana
Where is Soniyana located?
Soniyana village is located in Railmagra Tehsil, Rajsamand district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soniyana?
The Gram Panchayat of Soniyana is Pachhmata.
What is the pincode of Soniyana?
The pincode of Soniyana is 313207.
What is the population of Soniyana?
Soniyana has a total population of 949, including 473 males and 476 females.
How many households are there in Soniyana?
There are 198 households in Soniyana.
What is the literacy rate in Soniyana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soniyana is 46.05%. Male literacy is 59.62% and female literacy is 32.56%.