Soyla - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Soyla is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Soyla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soyla is 508355. The village covers a total geographical area of 221.82 hectares and falls under the 385530 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Soyla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deesa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soyla
According to the 2011 Census, Soyla village had a total population of 1,085 people, including 554 males and 531 females, living in 199 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.27%, with male literacy at 87.32% and female literacy at 62.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 221.
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 | 1,085 | 554 | 531 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 81 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 110 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 697 | 413 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 388 | 141 | 247 |
Nearby Villages of Soyla
Soyla is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Soyla
Soyla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Soyla.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Deesa to Soyla is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Soyla is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soyla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soyla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Soyla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soyla 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Soyla
Where is Soyla located?
Soyla village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soyla?
Soyla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Soyla?
The pincode of Soyla is 385530.
What is the population of Soyla?
Soyla had a total population of 1,085, including 554 males and 531 females.
How many households are there in Soyla?
Soyla had 199 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soyla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soyla was 75.27%. Male literacy was 87.32% and female literacy was 62.69%.