Rajkot - Deoli, Tonk
Rajkot is a village situated in the Deoli tehsil of Tonk district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deoli and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Tonk. Rajkot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajkot is 093381. The village covers a total geographical area of 1367 hectares and falls under the 304802 pincode. Deoli is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Rajkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoli - uniara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajkot
As per Census 2011, Rajkot village has a total population of 1,861 people, consisting of 1,010 males and 851 females. The village has 483 households and a sex ratio of 842 females per 1,000 males. There are 260 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 901 literate and 960 illiterate residents. Additionally, 155 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,597 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajkot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,861 | 1,010 | 851 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 134 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 79 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,597 | 877 | 720 |
| Literate Population | 901 | 654 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 960 | 356 | 604 |
Nearby Villages of Rajkot
Rajkot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sujanpura | South-West | 2.61 km |
| Rajnagar | South | 2.69 km |
| Sitapura | East | 3.21 km |
| Sardarpura | North-East | 3.80 km |
| Laxmipura | South-East | 3.99 km |
| Toda Ka Gothra | South-East | 4.03 km |
| Benpa | West | 4.14 km |
| Nayagaon | North-West | 4.65 km |
| Bisanpura | North-West | 4.79 km |
| Kalyanpura | North | 5.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rajkot
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Rajkot. The nearest railway station is Bundi, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.5 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deoli to Rajkot is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Tonk to Rajkot is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rajkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajkot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rajkot
Where is Rajkot located?
Rajkot village is located in Deoli Tehsil, Tonk district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajkot?
Rajkot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rajkot?
The pincode of Rajkot is 304802.
What is the population of Rajkot?
Rajkot has a total population of 1,861, including 1,010 males and 851 females.
How many households are there in Rajkot?
There are 483 households in Rajkot.
What is the literacy rate in Rajkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajkot is 48.41%. Male literacy is 64.75% and female literacy is 29.02%.