Soni

Soni is a village located in Deodar taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Deodar (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Soni village is also a gram panchayat.

Soni has its own place in the vibrant Banas Kantha region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Soni

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Soni is 508427. The village spans a total geographical area of 1461.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385330. Deodar is nearest town to Soni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

When it comes to local governance, Soni village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Deodar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Soni

Below is a concise population overview of Soni as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,441 1,791 1,650
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 445 253 192
Scheduled Castes (SC) 503 269 234
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 20 12 8
Literate Population 2,012 1,245 767
Illiterate Population 1,429 546 883

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Soni village:

  • The total population of Soni village is around 3,441, including approximately 1,791 males and 1,650 females, with a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 445 children aged 0–6 years in Soni village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Soni village has 503 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 20 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Soni village is about 58.47%, with male literacy at 69.51% and female literacy at 46.48%.
  • There are around 628 households in Soni village.

Connectivity of Soni

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Soni. As per the 2011 stats, Soni had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Soni

Knowing the nearby villages of Soni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Soni.

Frequently Asked Questions about Soni

Where is Soni located?
Soni village is situated in Deodar Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soni?
Soni serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Soni?
The pincode of Soni is 385330, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Soni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Soni is 3,441, with 1,791 males and 1,650 females.
How many households are there in Soni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Soni village has a total of 628 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soni as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Soni is 58.47%. The male literacy rate is 69.51%, while the female literacy rate is 46.48%.