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, the sub-district code of Sojitra Block (CD) is 03862. The total area of Sojitra Taluka is 169 km², which includes 154.50 km² of rural area and 14.34 km² of urban area. Sojitra has a sex ratio of approximately 916 females per 1,000 males.
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 Taluka'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 |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population of Sojitra Taluka is around 1,06,526 people. This includes 55,592 males and 50,934 females. Rural population is about 89,813 (46,728 males and 43,085 females), while urban population is nearly 16,713 (8,864 males and 7,849 females).
- Children aged 0–6 years make up about 13,333 of the population, with 7,051 boys and 6,282 girls. Rural areas have 11,510 children, and urban areas have about 1,823 children in this age group.
- There are approximately 79,504 literate people in Sojitra Taluka, including 44,553 literate males and 34,951 literate females. Literacy in rural areas includes 66,539 individuals and urban literacy covers around 12,965 people.
- About 27,022 people in Sojitra Taluka are not literate, including 11,039 males and 15,983 females. Rural areas include 23,274 non-literate people, while urban areas have nearly 3,748 individuals.
- The tehsil has around 22,021 households, with 18,601 in villages and 3,420 in towns.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Sojitra Taluka, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| 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 |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Sojitra Taluka is approximately 5,539 people, including 2,935 males and 2,604 females. Around 4,790 people live in rural parts. Nearly 749 people reside in urban areas.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Sojitra Taluka is about 643 people, including 328 males and 315 females. Around 558 live in villages or rural parts. Nearly 85 live in towns or urban regions.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 631 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 581 people per sq. km, urban areas record nearly 1,165 people per sq. km.