Harsota - Bonli, Sawai Madhopur
Harsota is a village situated in the Bonli tehsil of Sawai Madhopur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bonli and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Sawai Madhopur. Baragaon Sarwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harsota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harsota is 077517. The village covers a total geographical area of 638.81 hectares and falls under the 322024 pincode. Sawai Madhopur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Harsota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bamanwas Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harsota
According to the 2011 Census, Harsota village had a total population of 885 people, including 476 males and 409 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.80%, with male literacy at 71.96% and female literacy at 34.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 217, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 47.
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 | 885 | 476 | 409 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 73 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 119 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 28 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 405 | 290 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 480 | 186 | 294 |
Nearby Villages of Harsota
Harsota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harsoti | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Chak Rasoolpura | West | 2.24 km |
| Sotoli | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Puneta | North | 3.15 km |
| Didwari | South | 3.26 km |
| Hindupura | South-West | 3.36 km |
| Devta | North-East | 3.56 km |
| Rasoolpura | West | 4.24 km |
| Sarwari | West | 4.39 km |
| Barodiya | South | 4.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harsota
Harsota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mokholi, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sawai Madhopur to Harsota is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harsota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harsota 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 Harsota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harsota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harsota
Where is Harsota located?
Harsota village is located in Bonli Tehsil, Sawai Madhopur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Harsota?
The Gram Panchayat of Harsota is Baragaon Sarwar.
What is the pincode of Harsota?
The pincode of Harsota is 322024.
What is the population of Harsota?
Harsota had a total population of 885, including 476 males and 409 females.
How many households are there in Harsota?
Harsota had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harsota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harsota was 54.80%. Male literacy was 71.96% and female literacy was 34.23%.