Sojitra
Sojitra is a Town and Taluka in Anand District of Gujarat. In India, a taluka is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to census 2011 information the sub-district code of Sojitra Block (CD) is 03862. Total area of sojitra taluka is 169 km² including 154.50 km² rural area and 14.34 km² urban area. Sojitra taluka has a population of 1,06,526 peoples, out of which urban population is 16,713 while rural population is 89,813. Sojitra has a sex ratio of approximately 916 females for every 1,000 males. Sojitra taluka has a population density of 630.9 inhabitants per square kilometre. There are about 22,021 houses in the sub-district, including 3,420 urban houses and 18,601 rural houses. When it comes to literacy, 74.63% population of sojitra taluka is literate, out of which 80.14% males and 68.62% females are literate.
List of Villages in Sojitra Taluka
Sojitra Taluka has a total of 24 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Sojitra Taluka, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Balinta | Balinta | Sojitra (8 km) |
| 2 | Bantwa | Bantwa | Sojitra (11 km) |
| 3 | Bhadkad | Bhadkad | Sojitra (10 km) |
| 4 | Dabhou | Dabhou Virsadpura | Sojitra (6 km) |
| 5 | Dali | Dali | Sojitra (4 km) |
| 6 | Deva Talpad | Deva Talpad | Sojitra (12 km) |
| 7 | Deva Vanta | Deva Vanta | Sojitra (12 km) |
| 8 | Devataj | Devataj | Sojitra (1 km) |
| 9 | Gada | Gada | Sojitra (6 km) |
| 10 | Isnav | Isnav | Sojitra (5 km) |
| 11 | Kasor | Kasor | Sojitra (15 km) |
| 12 | Khansol | Khansol | Sojitra (7 km) |
| 13 | Kothavi | Kothavi | Sojitra (4 km) |
| 14 | Limbali | Limbali | Sojitra (2 km) |
| 15 | Magharol | Magharol | Sojitra (8 km) |
| 16 | Malataj | Malataj | Sojitra (9 km) |
| 17 | Meghalpur | Meghalpur | Sojitra (3 km) |
| 18 | Palol | Palol | Sojitra (4 km) |
| 19 | Petli | Petli | Sojitra (10 km) |
| 20 | Piplav | Piplav | Sojitra (5 km) |
| 21 | Run | Run | Sojitra (14 km) |
| 22 | Runaj | Runaj | Sojitra (7 km) |
| 23 | Trambovad | Trambovad | Sojitra (4 km) |
| 24 | Virol | Virol Sojitra | Sojitra (5 km) |
Population of Sojitra Taluka
The population profile of Sojitra Taluka offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Sojitra's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,06,526 | 89,813 | 16,713 |
| Male Population | 55,592 | 46,728 | 8,864 |
| Female Population | 50,934 | 43,085 | 7,849 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 13,333 | 11,510 | 1,823 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 7,051 | 6,062 | 989 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,282 | 5,448 | 834 |
| Literate Population | 79,504 | 66,539 | 12,965 |
| Literate Male Population | 44,553 | 37,298 | 7,255 |
| Literate Female Population | 34,951 | 29,241 | 5,710 |
| Illiterate Population | 27,022 | 23,274 | 3,748 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 11,039 | 9,430 | 1,609 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 15,983 | 13,844 | 2,139 |
| Total Households | 22,021 | 18,601 | 3,420 |
Social Structure and Density
This section gives a clear view of the social makeup of Sojitra Taluka , highlighting how Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) are spread across both rural and urban areas. It also includes population density data, which helps us understand how closely people live together in different parts of the tehsil.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 5,539 | 4,790 | 749 |
| SC Male Population | 2,935 | 2,539 | 396 |
| SC Female Population | 2,604 | 2,251 | 353 |
| Total ST Population | 643 | 558 | 85 |
| ST Male Population | 328 | 286 | 42 |
| ST Female Population | 315 | 272 | 43 |
| Population Density | 631 / km² | 581 / km² | 1,165 / km² |